Exclusive Interview Reveals Horrific Details of Iranian Government's Actions
In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through international diplomatic circles, prominent Israeli journalist Amit Segal has disclosed disturbing intelligence about events unfolding in Iran. According to Segal's high-level sources within Israeli intelligence agencies, the Iranian government slaughtered an estimated 30,000 of its own citizens during a brutal 36-hour period from January 8 to 10, 2026.
This staggering figure represents nearly 1,000 people murdered every hour, making it what Segal describes as "the deadliest period since the Holocaust" in terms of casualties recorded in a single event since World War II. The journalist, who writes for the Wall Street Journal and maintains extensive contacts within Middle Eastern governments and intelligence communities, shared these revelations in an exclusive interview sponsored by HonestReporting Canada.
Information Blackout and Intelligence Gathering
The protests against Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have been ongoing for weeks, but Western media coverage has been minimal. Segal attributes this information gap to what he calls a "digital darkness" - a near-total Internet blackout imposed by Iranian authorities that has effectively isolated the country from global communication networks.
"Journalists there face imprisonment or death," Segal noted, explaining the challenges of reporting from within Iran. Despite these obstacles, information continues to seep out through various channels, much of it being collected and analyzed by Israel's sophisticated intelligence apparatus. These agencies have selectively shared some of their findings with Segal, whom they trust to handle the sensitive information responsibly.
The Collapsing Iranian Regime
Segal's sources within the Israeli security establishment paint a picture of a regime in its final stages. Iran, once positioned to become a regional superpower, now faces critical shortages of essential resources including food, electricity, water, and gasoline. The journalist revealed that Israeli intelligence believes "the Iranian regime is finished," though he cautioned that regime change in Iran typically unfolds over months rather than days or weeks.
The collapse of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's predecessor took approximately eleven months, suggesting that the current transition might follow a similar timeline. Segal emphasized that while the end appears inevitable, the process requires patience as power structures gradually disintegrate under mounting internal pressure and external scrutiny.
Regional Military Preparedness and Strategic Shifts
As the Iranian regime weakens, regional military dynamics are shifting significantly. The recent arrival of the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Middle East signals American readiness for potential intervention. This carrier strike group, typically accompanied by guided missile cruisers, anti-aircraft warships, and anti-submarine destroyers, represents substantial offensive capability.
Segal explained, "I don't know if any attack is imminent, but I know one thing for sure: There's enough offensive facilities in the Middle East to attack Iran. However, there still aren't enough defensive forces." This assessment comes alongside reports that more than 5,000 U.S. troops have been repositioned to the region in recent weeks.
The Demise of Iranian Proxies and Emerging Threats
With the return of the last Israeli hostage from Gaza, ceasefire negotiations are progressing toward potentially reopening the Gaza-Egypt border crossing and deploying international peacekeeping forces. Segal asserts that Iranian proxy groups Hamas and Hezbollah have been effectively neutralized as military threats.
"They effectively no longer exist," Segal stated regarding these organizations. "Israel destroyed Hezbollah in a brilliant war, beginning with the pagers attack, and then the killing of their entire military leadership. And Hamas is finished militarily." He expressed hope that Israel would prevent these groups from rearming in the future.
However, Segal warned that new threats are emerging to fill the power vacuum. Turkey, under what he describes as "Muslim Brotherhood" influence, has positioned itself as "the most anti-Israel, anti-Western force in the Middle East these days" and could potentially become the region's next geostrategic power.
International Relations and Rising Antisemitism
The interview also addressed deteriorating relations between Israel and traditional allies, particularly Canada. Segal noted that the explosion of antisemitism in Canada under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney has not gone unnoticed in Israel.
"Many Israelis would be happy to bury the hatchet with Canadians, and get back to the days of Stephen Harper," Segal remarked. "But times have changed, unfortunately - and it's not just in Canada." He observed that three of the four largest English-speaking countries are experiencing waves of antisemitism emanating from both far-left and far-right political movements.
Despite the grim assessments, Segal attempted to conclude on a cautiously optimistic note. "I think we are actually seeing the light at the end of the tunnel," he said, before adding with characteristic Middle Eastern humor, "Unfortunately, in the Middle East, the light at the end of the tunnel is usually the train coming right at you! But I do think we are now going to see a hopefully better decade - and maybe even a better generation."
The interview was conducted by Warren Kinsella, author of the forthcoming Random House book "The Hidden Hand," which examines the propaganda war against Israel and Western nations.
