In a dramatic and highly public act, Iran has executed Pedram Madani, a man Tehran claims was one of the most dangerous and well-trained spies of Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad. Madani, who operated from inside Iran for years, was hanged in broad daylight after being convicted of espionage and financial corruption on a massive scale.

Trained Abroad, Building a Spy Network at Home

Madani’s covert journey began overseas. According to Iranian authorities, he frequently traveled to Germany, where he allegedly attended Mossad training programs. After returning to Iran, Madani is said to have begun assembling a sophisticated spy network, recruiting operatives and collecting classified intelligence.

One of the most damning allegations: Madani is believed to have met directly with a Mossad officer at the Israeli Embassy in Brussels—a claim that has only deepened the gravity of his conviction.

Bitcoin, Euros, and Secure Channels

Authorities accused Madani of receiving payments through cryptocurrency and European banks, laundering Mossad funds to build a web of influence inside Iran. Digital forensic experts say they found encrypted communications and detailed maps of strategic Iranian sites on his devices—evidence that was presented in court.

Among the recovered messages was a directive from his handler, allegedly instructing Madani to "categorize and transmit intelligence to a special Mossad unit."

Charged With ‘Waging War Against God’

Madani was arrested in Tehran in 2020 following months of surveillance. After being cut off from his foreign contacts, he was taken into custody by Iran’s intelligence services. The court found him guilty of “moharebeh” (waging war against God) and “ifsad fil-arz” (spreading corruption on Earth)—charges that carry the death penalty under Iranian law.

A Message to Mossad?

With Madani’s execution, Iran appears to be sending a clear warning to foreign intelligence agencies. The case adds to a growing list of alleged Mossad operatives captured or killed in Iran in recent years, including Mohsen Langranshin, accused of orchestrating domestic terror plots.

As Iran intensifies its internal crackdown on espionage, this public execution signals that Tehran is unwilling to tolerate any form of foreign interference—especially from Israel.