The Rest Is Classified 132. What's Next For Iran?
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Mar 1, 2026 A live intelligence-driven look at recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran and how leaders were tracked. Discussion of technical and human-source methods used to penetrate Iran’s leadership. Analysis of military aims: degrading command, targeting air defenses and strike timing. Consideration of regional risks, possible retaliation and whether internal protest movements could change the regime.
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Iran's Counterintelligence May Have Been Deeply Compromised
- Penetration of Iran's leadership appears deep, possibly including compromised counterintelligence figures.
- David McCloskey cites past cases (e.g., Ahmadinejad's counterintelligence head being an asset) to explain why Israeli/Mossad access remained effective.
US And Israel Operating As One With Complementary Roles
- The current campaign shows tight US-Israeli integration with a clear division of labor.
- Gordon Corera and David McCloskey note Israel targeted leadership while the US focused on missile launchers and broader military infrastructure.
Taking Out Launchers Preserves Interceptor Stocks
- Attackers prioritized missile launchers to exhaust Iran's ability to retaliate and drain interceptors.
- The hosts warn US interceptor stocks are limited, so striking launchers reduces the chance many Iranian missiles will get through.