Roman Gofman is the Director of Mossad, Israel's intelligence agency, appointed in June 2026. Previously serving as military secretary to Prime Minister Netanyahu. Recently, Gofman has coordinated Iran policy with U.S. officials, engaged Syrian counterparts on regional security, and conducted internal leadership restructuring. Last updated 5 days ago
Syrian FM Asaad al-Shaibani, in a vague post after his meeting last night with Mossad chief Roman Gofman: "Defending our people's rights and continuing the work to restore all rights, without losing any of them, on every level, is a sacred mission that began after the first cry of joy over freedom."
N12's Avraham: Mossad Director Roman Gofman is dismissing two of the organization's most senior officials, the head of the Intelligence Directorate and the head of the Iran Division.
The move follows the failure of an operational plan they...
N12's Avraham: Mossad Director Roman Gofman is dismissing two of the organization's most senior officials, the head of the Intelligence Directorate and the head of the Iran Division.
The move follows the failure of an operational plan they devised to overthrow Iran's ayatollah regime.
Security sources say the two will remain in the Mossad in other roles. Their departure is framed as part of a reorganization, though Gofman's view is that those who drafted the failed plan should pay the price.
Mossad chief Roman Gofman held talks in Washington two weeks ago on the Iran war and Tehran's nuclear program. He met CIA Director John Ratcliffe and White House officials to coordinate Iran policy, Axios reports, citing two sources.
Maj. Gen. Guy Markizeno is the new military secretary to the prime minister, taking over from Roman Gofman, who now heads the Mossad. Markizeno was promoted to major general yesterday.
After 22 years in the Mossad and five Israel Security Prizes, Deputy Head "A" is stepping down. Director Roman Gofman confirmed the departure and said he will name a replacement from within the organization as he builds out his senior leadership team.
"The strategic reversal we caused to the Iranian axis and the 'plan to destroy Israel' changed the power equation in the entire region. The Shiite axis, which has inscribed on its banner the destruction of our state – was severely hit. But the work is not finished."
