Naruto Shippuden Episode 348 -

: Danzo’s Root ninjas disguise themselves as Hidden Stone shinobi to attack Hanzo’s men, framing the Akatsuki and breaking the trust between the factions.

In this episode, we see the original Akatsuki, led by Yahiko, attempting to bring peace to the Hidden Rain Village through diplomacy. However, their efforts are sabotaged by Danzo Shimura, who—under the codename "Kanzo"—manipulates Hanzo of the Salamander into believing the Akatsuki are a threat to his power. Naruto Shippuden Episode 348

: Obito (posing as Madara) and Zetsu are seen manipulating events from the shadows, ensuring that Nagato’s descent into darkness is inevitable. : Danzo’s Root ninjas disguise themselves as Hidden