The attack followed Iran’s pledge to avenge the killings of its security chief, Ali Larijani, and Basij force commander Gholamreza Soleimani, after Israel claimed responsibility for both the assassinations.
Iran’s top leadership closes ranks after the killing of Ali Larijani, signalling retaliation while highlighting his long political and security career across key institutions.
Missile interceptions across the Gulf, fresh US strikes near Hormuz, and political rifts in Washington signal a widening conflict with global trade and security implications.
The post came moments after the Israel Defence Forces claimed to have hit Larijani and head of public repression Gholamreza Soleimani, commander of the Basij unit, in overnight strikes.
