Iran's Intelligence Minister Confirms Success In Obtaining Israel's Nuclear Documents

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JAKARTA - Intelligence Minister Esma'eel Khatib confirmed media reports that Iranian intelligence had obtained many strategic and sensitive Israeli documents, including records of its plans and nuclear facilities, which he said would soon be disclosed.

Menteri Khatib mengatakan pada Hari Minggu, pasukan intelijen Iran berhasil memperoleh sejumlah besar dokumen rahasia Israel melalui operasi yang komprehensif dan complex.

Although he did not mention the exact time of the acquisition, Minister Khatib stressed the documents had been safely transferred to Iran, which postponed the official announcement, as quoted by IRNA on June 9.

When asked about the number of documents, Minister Khatib said, describing the collection as ribian' was an underestimated statement.

He explained that the collection includes records related to Israel's nuclear program, as well as documents concerning the United States, Europe and other countries.

Minister Khatib assured that although the transfer method would remain undisclosed, the documents would soon be published.

Iranian media first reported on the development on Saturday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

Reports show Iranian intelligence agencies have obtained a wealth of strategic and sensitive intelligence information from Israel, including nuclear factories and facilities, the disclosure described as one of the biggest blow to the Israeli regime.

Sources further note the document includes images and videos, and because of the huge number, it will take quite a long time to review it thoroughly.

Israel itself is widely regarded as a nuclear-powered country, with an estimated 400 nuclear warheads in its arsenal.

Israel launched its nuclear program in 1952 with the support of technology from France and the United States. However, Israel has not joined the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) or the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) security agreement.