U.S. Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Facilities and Mossad's Role in Intelligence Operations

A recent satellite image has depicted the aftermath of U.S. military strikes targeting the Fordow underground nuclear facility in Iran, occurring on June 22, 2025. These operations followed a series of assaults initiated by Israel against Iran’s missile and nuclear infrastructures, which began on June 13, with the objective of undermining the Islamic Republic’s capabilities and eliminating key military leaders and atomic scientists.

In a video released during a tense ceasefire, Mossad's director, David Barnea, expressed his gratitude to his agents for their contributions to Israel's safety and readiness for future challenges. He also acknowledged the significant partnership with the CIA, emphasizing the fruitful collaboration on various operations. Such public remarks from Barnea are rare, highlighting the importance of the ongoing mission against Iranian threats.

Analysts have noted that the recent strikes illustrate the depth of Israeli intelligence's penetration in Iran. The role of the CIA in these operations is still somewhat opaque. However, U.S. military support was evident as they successfully intercepted Iranian missiles aimed at Israel. President Donald Trump's administration participated in the military efforts by employing advanced bunker-busting bombs on Iranian nuclear sites.

Following the ceasefire's implementation on Tuesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured that the nation would put down any attempts by Iran to restore its nuclear program. Subsequently, CIA Director John Ratcliffe revealed that credible intelligence suggests significant damage to Iran’s nuclear capabilities from these strikes, projecting that rebuilding efforts could span several years. Ratcliffe highlighted new intelligence, sourced from historically reliable channels, indicating that critical facilities were destroyed and would necessitate prolonged reconstruction.