Entangled in a decades-long shadow war with Israel, Iran has put to death many individuals it accuses of having links with Israel’s Mossad intelligence service and facilitating the latter’s operations in the country.

These range from assassinations to acts of sabotage meant to undermine Iran’s nuclear programme.

Arrested in 2020, Madani is said to have attempted to convey classified information to Israel about critical locations in Iran, Mizan said, adding that he was also accused of acquiring wealth by illegal means.

Another Iranian, Mohsen Langarneshin, was executed last month on charges of espionage and intelligence cooperation with the Mossad.