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Israel Confirms Killing of Ali Larijani, Claims Netanyahu Ordered Assassination

Published March 17, 2026, 12:19
Israel Confirms Killing of Ali Larijani, Claims Netanyahu Ordered Assassination

Israel confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, a high-ranking Iranian official and head of the Supreme National Security Council, following an Israeli strike. The announcement was accompanied by a photo of Prime Minister Netanyahu, indicating his approval of the operation. According to Israeli media, the assassination was initially scheduled for earlier but postponed until Larijani was located at one of his hideouts. Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, stated that Iranian leaders are being “neutralized” and that the military will continue to strike Iran's strategic infrastructure. Katz also referenced President Trump, promising to update him on the continued neutralization of Iranian leadership.