US uses short-wave radio for covert ops in Iran amid AI age, escalating tensions

• US intelligence agencies reportedly use short-wave radio 'number stations' to contact agents in Iran, despite the age of AI.
• Mysterious Farsi broadcasts, starting with 'Tavajjoh! (Attention!)' and sequences of numbers, are tracked by enthusiasts as 'V32'.
• Former intelligence officials confirm these are classic one-way encrypted communications for covert agents, especially as backup.
• Broadcasts run twice daily for 90 minutes, offering a reliable alternative when Iran restricts internet access.
• Messages are difficult to disrupt or decode, using one-time pads, crucial for agents risking their lives.