Former Iranian intelligence chief Hossein Taeb has re-emerged publicly amid a reported post-war reshuffle within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), dismissing claims of deep Israeli infiltration into Iran. Taeb's reappearance, detailed in a November 5th media report, follows earlier assertions of his death during the conflict with Israel. The report from amwaj.media, citing a social media post from @mashabani, indicates that Taeb is stepping out of the shadows to address concerns about Israeli penetration. The context of his re-emergence suggests a potential power play or a strategic move within the IRGC's leadership structure following the recent conflict. These developments occur against a backdrop of heightened regional tensions. Earlier on November 5th, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of Hussein Jaber Deeb, a member of Hezbollah's Radwan Force, who was allegedly planning attacks against Israel. The IDF stated they have eliminated approximately 20 Hezbollah terrorists in the past month for violating agreements between Israel and Lebanon. Previous reports from November 5th also indicated an Israeli drone strike targeting Hussein Deeb near Burj Rahal in southern Lebanon, which was reported to have missed its mark. Separately, an Israeli official stated on November 5th that Israel does not seek war in Lebanon but will act if necessary, observing that Hezbollah is repositioning in the south. In other related events, Houthi forces raided headquarters of five international and relief organizations in Sana'a, detaining 59 UN staffers. Additionally, Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei ordered the IRGC Aerospace Force to maximize ballistic missile production to deter potential Israeli attacks.
