Secret information that Syria was in the midst of establishing a nuclear facility with North Korean help, was received by Israel months ago. Aside from Meir Dagan head of the Mossad, Prime Minister Olmert and cabinet and senior IDF commanders, no one else was informed. The information was later transferred to leading US Administration officials who first doubted the information. Later however it became clear that Syria was intent on surprising Israel with a devastating attack. Israel acted and thwarted the "Syrian surprise," the details were reported in the world media.09/17/07