Operation Shakespeare

In Operation Shakespeare, investigative journalist John Shiffman delves into a covert operation by a specialized Homeland Security unit aimed at preventing hostile nations from acquiring advanced American electronics crucial for military applications. Over three years, U.S. agents navigate a complex web of international and domestic threats, ultimately orchestrating a sting that draws an Iranian broker to a former Soviet republic under false pretenses. The operation not only exposes vulnerabilities in national security but also provides the CIA with critical intelligence on Tehran's pursuits.