This documentary delves into the mysterious circumstances surrounding a Lebanese cleric, whom CIA director William Casey mistakenly identified as the leader of the militant organization Hezbollah. In 1985, Casey reportedly authorized a mission to eliminate him, believing he posed a significant threat. The film explores the implications of this misidentification and the consequences that followed, shedding light on a complex web of intelligence and geopolitical intrigue.
Show
CIA Declassified
Episode
S01E08
Air Date
Mar 27, 2014