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CIA Declassified

The Beirut Bomb (S01E08)

S01E08

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