Israel says it foiled Iran Baku-Ceyhan pipeline plot

Israel announced on Monday that it had uncovered an Iranian network planning to attack the Baku-Ceyhan oil pipeline, which carries crude from Azerbaijan to Turkey's Mediterranean coast. The alleged plot also targeted Israeli and Jewish sites within Azerbaijan. The announcement highlights the extension of the shadow war between Israel and Iran into the Caucasus region, a critical energy corridor. No details were provided on whether any arrests were made or attacks were imminent.