Inside the Mossad
Tuesday, 23 September 2025 · 1 min read · Listen to the episode ↗
In the episode "Inside the Mossad," former director Yossi Cohen discusses his book "The Sword of Freedom," detailing key operations, including the use of an AI-powered machine gun in high-stakes missions against Iran. He emphasizes the Mossad's role in shaping Middle Eastern politics through secret relationships with Arab leaders and actions against Hezbollah. Additionally, the discussion touches on the agency's involvement with conspiracy theories surrounding its operations.
Barry Weiss welcomes Yossi Cohen, the former director of the Mossad, who discusses his new book, "The Sword of Freedom," which details significant operations from his career. Cohen reveals that he operated under various identities and was involved in high-stakes missions, including stealing half a ton of Iran's nuclear documents and assassinating Iran's top nuclear scientist with an AI-powered machine gun. He also played a crucial role in preparing for a major attack on Hezbollah and establishing secret relationships with Arab leaders that influenced Middle Eastern politics. Weiss highlights the conspiracy theories surrounding the Mossad and seeks clarification on the agency's role, while Cohen humorously acknowledges that he may be the first Mossad member Weiss has met, leading to a light-hearted exchange about espionage.
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