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Former Mossad Chief Zvi Zamir Dies at 98

Zamir, known for leading Operation Wrath of God and warning of the 1973 war, leaves a significant legacy in Israeli intelligence.

  • Zvi Zamir, former head of Mossad, Israel's Intelligence Agency, has died at the age of 98.
  • Zamir led Operation Wrath of God, a campaign to hunt and kill those responsible for the Munich Massacre in 1972.
  • He also warned of the impending 1973 war between Egypt, Syria and Israel, but his warning was largely ignored, leading to heavy losses for Israel.
  • Zamir's tenure as Mossad chief was marked by significant counter-terrorism operations and intelligence-gathering efforts.
  • His death has been acknowledged by various Israeli officials, who have recognized his significant contributions to the country's security.
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