Israel eliminates Iran's army chief

General killed in attack near Khamenei's residence

According to media reports, Iranian army commander-in-chief was killed in strikes on Iran Amir Khatami. At the same time, the Iranian Tasnim news agency reports seven missile hits in the area near the presidential palace and the residence of the supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

Information about the event comes from various sources and needs to be independently confirmed.

Details of notifications

The liquidation of a high-ranking military officer is reported by Clash. According to them, Khatami was killed during Israeli strikes on Iranian territory.

At the same time, the Tasnim news agency reports at least seven missile strikes in a sensitive government district of Tehran - near the presidential complex and the residence of the supreme leader.

At the time of publication, there was no official confirmation from the Iranian authorities regarding Khatami's death.

Risks of further escalation

If confirmed, this could be one of the most resonant blows to Iran's military and political leadership in recent times.

Analysts warn that such developments dramatically increase the risk of a large-scale Iranian response and further escalation in the Middle East.

Context.

Earlier, Israel reported strikes on dozens of targets in Iran and the expectation of a missile and drone response. A state of emergency was declared in the country and air raid warning systems were activated.

The situation in the region remains tense and is changing rapidly.