'Mossad Mania' Strikes Israel

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Updated Apr. 25, 2017 10:53AM EDT / Published Feb. 28, 2010 2:33AM EST

The recent murder of a Hamas leader in Dubai may have put Israel in diplomatic hot water, but the affair has been magic for the country's spy agency and its recruiting effort. "Mossad mania" has gripped Israel, The Times of London reports. Mossad memorabilia is flying off the shelves in Israel. Glasses like the ones worn by suspected killers have become bestsellers. Young men and women are eager to sign up to be spooks. “I’ve always had a dream to work for the Mossad. It’s obvious why—it’s exciting, dangerous and special," an Israeli told the Times. Israel has not confirmed or denied that it was involved with the Dubai hit.

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'Mossad Mania' Strikes Israel