The assassination of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was not a mere coincidence but a culmination of years of deep cyber intelligence operations and analysis, as detailed in an investigative report by the Financial Times. The report, based on interviews with Israeli officials, indicates that Israel spent years creating a comprehensive intelligence network that enabled the assassination, which was politically coordinated with the United States.

The investigation highlights Israel's successful infiltration into the majority of traffic surveillance cameras in Tehran, focusing on a critical camera angle near Pastor Street—where Khamenei was assassinated. This specific camera provided exceptional insights, allowing operatives to monitor the movements of Khamenei's guards and surrounding drivers, comprehensively understanding their routines in the days leading up to the assassination.

Furthermore, the investigation revealed that Israel constructed an intricate 'life map' of the guards and drivers, identifying which person was responsible for the protection of each individual. This strategic intelligence not only facilitated the assassination but also reshaped the power dynamics within Tehran, raising further questions about regional security and the implications for Iran's political landscape.