A Mysterious Numbers Station Is Broadcasting Through the Iran War
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- A mysterious shortwave broadcast in Persian, starting with 'Tavajoh!' and followed by numbers, has been airing twice daily since US-Israel attacks on Iran began in late February.
- The signal, traced to a US military base in Germany, is believed to be a 'number station'—an encrypted Cold War-era espionage tool used for covert communication with agents.
- The purpose and recipient are unclear; theories suggest it could be from Iranian intelligence, US/Israeli forces, or opposition groups, aimed at communication or confusing Iranian security.
- Attempts to jam the signal, consistent with Iranian techniques, and the broadcast's frequency shift indicate active countermeasures and operational adaptability.
- Despite modern alternatives, shortwave's resilience and untraceability make it a 'last resort' for covert messaging, especially during internet blackouts like those in Iran during the conflict.