Mossad director in US to discuss strategy regarding Iran

Published January 16, 2026 6:52am ET



The director of Israel’s national intelligence agency arrived in the United States on Friday to hash out a strategy about possible strikes in Iran due to the violence the government has reportedly committed against protesters in the country.

David Barnea, head of Israel’s Mossad agency, landed in Florida and is scheduled to meet with White House special envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff in Miami, Axios reported. The two are expected to discuss details for any possible strikes on Iran or other ramifications. Witkoff is reportedly maintaining communication and access with the Iranian government, according to Axios, including regular contact with Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister.

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