Catherine Perez-Shakdam, a French-Jewish journalist and political analyst, has emerged as a polarizing figure in the Iran-Israel intelligence saga. Accused of being a Mossad operative who infiltrated Iran’s political and media circles, her story blends espionage allegations, claims of personal relationships with officials, and a mysterious meeting with Iran’s Supreme Leader. As Tehran grapples with security breaches following the 2025 Iran-Israel conflict, Shakdam’s case raises questions about trust, deception, and the shadowy world of geopolitics.