Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announcement follows Iran acknowledging that Israel earlier this week killed top Iranian security official Ali Larijani.
(NewsNation) — The Israeli military has killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced Wednesday. There has been no confirmation from Iran regarding the reported death. Katz said “significant surprises are expected throughout this day on all the fronts,” without elaborating. Khatib’s killing follows Israel killing top Iranian security official Ali [...]
Iran retaliated with strikes on more than 100 Israeli targets as well as U.S. military installations in the region.
One of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s closest confidants, Mr. Larijani emerged as the face of the government after Mr. Khamenei was killed.