Who’s Behind the Persian ‘Mossad’ Account Stirring Up Iran’s Regime?

A shadowy X account calling itself “Mossad Farsi” has erupted onto Iranian social media in recent weeks, causing a mixture of confusion, panic, and morbid amusement inside the Islamic Republic. The account mixes irony, coded warnings, and thinly veiled threats—claiming to leak sensitive intelligence and offering direct services to the Iranian people.

In one recent post, it declared: “Using drugs and speaking to spirits are not appropriate traits for someone leading a nation.” Another tweet warned: “Those closest to you are the most dangerous,” prompting thousands of responses mocking Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and speculating about betrayals within his inner circle.

The account has repeatedly ridiculed the regime. When Iran refused to reveal the identity of a newly appointed military commander following the assassination of his two predecessors, the Mossad Farsi account turned it into an online guessing game—inviting Iranians to name the official and then publicly “awarding” the user who got it right.

In another tweet, it claimed that hundreds of active Revolutionary Guard soldiers were secretly reaching out to Israel’s Mossad to defect or share information. “We expected this, but not on this scale,” the account said, adding: “We promise to respond. Priority will be given to those whose paychecks were delayed this month.”

Perhaps the most surreal post offered telemedicine services. In Persian, the account stated: “Dear people of Iran, the ceasefire has taken effect. Now the extent of the damage is becoming clear. While the regime focuses only on its elites, we are here for you.” The post listed phone numbers with Israeli, Dutch, and Czech country codes, claiming to provide access to cardiologists, pulmonologists, oncologists, and psychologists via WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal.

The account even published safety guidelines, advising citizens to keep their distance from IRGC bases, vehicles, and officials, especially “if you hear the sound of a lawnmower from the sky,” in a tongue-in-cheek reference to drone strikes.

The account’s most provocative moment may have come in a post referring to Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani. Rumors have long swirled around the elusive general, including speculation that he occasionally disappears from the public eye due to secret ties to foreign intelligence. In a brief but pointed tweet, the account declared: “Qaani is not our agent.” The statement was widely interpreted as sarcastic deflection—or deliberate misdirection.

Shortly before, another X user claiming to be Qaani himself had posted a defiant message vowing eternal loyalty to Iran and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, calling reports of his Mossad ties “cowardly Zionist lies.” Whether the message came from Qaani or a parody account remains unclear.

A Real Mossad Operation—or Brilliant Psychological Warfare?

So who is behind this bizarre account? Could it actually be the Israeli Mossad? No denial has been issued.

Traditionally, the Mossad communicates through the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office and does not operate any social media channels beyond basic PR or recruitment content. The IDF, by contrast, does maintain official Persian-language platforms, including a spokesperson unit active during Operation Rising Lion.

We asked two veteran intelligence analysts for their take.

Zvi Yehezkeli, a leading Arab affairs commentator for i24News and former head of the Arab desk at Channel 13, is unequivocal: “This account is real. This is a practical, efficient, and operational Mossad tool—not a gimmick,” he said.

According to Yehezkeli, the Mossad operates in Iran very differently from its activity in Arab states. “Iran is a diverse society with multiple ethnic and religious groups—many of whom are disillusioned with the regime and eager to help,” he explained. “They don't always know who they're helping or why. Sometimes it’s as simple as moving a van or observing a location.”

Yehezkeli added that many Iranians actively want to help Mossad. “I’ve personally received messages from people in Tehran saying they’d hang an Israeli flag on a major bridge or pose with it in Azadi Square. There’s a strong desire to resist.”

He rejected the idea that this campaign means Mossad has abandoned secrecy. “This isn’t exposure. It’s a new battlefield tool. Just because it says ‘Mossad’ doesn’t mean it’s not covert.”

When asked how Iranians are responding, Yehezkeli said: “They trust the Mossad more than their own regime. They believe Israel won’t harm them, only the regime. That trust is powerful.”

“It’s Confusing the Enemy”

Beny Sabti, an Iran expert at Israel’s INSS think tank and a former IDF Persian-language officer, also believes the account is authentic. “Some of the information it has shared could only have come from Mossad,” he said.

Sabti added that in 2025, even intelligence agencies see value in using social media as part of psychological operations and recruitment. “This enhances Mossad’s prestige both in Israel and abroad. It helps attract recruits and build influence.”

As for the Iranian response, Sabti said the public is divided. “Some believe it’s real. Others think it’s a hoax. The regime, for the most part, is silent. But that confusion serves Israel’s goals. It keeps the enemy on edge.”

Whether the account is run directly by Mossad or merely mimics its style, one thing is clear: it has struck a nerve in Iran. With sarcasm, insider knowledge, and a dark sense of humor, the mysterious presence known as Mossad Farsi has become one of the most talked-about threats to the Islamic Republic—not on the battlefield, but on the algorithm.