Israel claims it killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani in air strike

Israel says it killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani in air strike

3/17/2026, 7:07:04 PM en source ↗

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Summary

Israel has announced it killed Ali Larijani, a senior Iranian security official, in an air strike, along with the head of the paramilitary Basij force. However, Iranian authorities have yet to confirm either death, leaving the claims unverified. The announcement marks a significant escalation, targeting figures at the heart of Iran's security establishment.

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The deaths of Larijani and the head of the paramilitary Basij force have not been confirmed by Iranian authorities.

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