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Tel Aviv, March 17, 2026: The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the killing of Gholamreza Soleimani, a senior Iranian military leader, during a targeted operation inside Iran.
IDF Targets Senior Iranian Military Leader
According to the IDF, forces carried out a precision strike that eliminated Soleimani, who led Iran’s Basij paramilitary unit for the past six years.
Moreover, reports indicate that his deputy, Seyyed Karishi, also died in the operation. The strike reportedly hit a temporary location used to avoid detection.
“The IDF targeted and eliminated Gholamreza Soleimani… who led repression operations using violence and arrests against civilians,” the IDF stated.
Role of Basij Unit in Iran
The Basij unit operates under Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. It plays a key role in internal security and crowd control.
According to Israeli officials, the unit carried out:
- Crackdowns on civilian protests
- Mass arrests
- Use of force against demonstrators
Israel Expands Operations Inside Iran
Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue broader military operations targeting Iranian military and security networks.
Eyal Zamir confirmed ongoing strikes against multiple targets.
“We continue to operate vigorously against targets in Iran and its repressive apparatus,” he said.
Strike on Senior Iranian Political Figure
In addition, reports suggest that Israel targeted Ali Larijani, a senior Iranian political figure and key power broker.
However, officials have not confirmed whether Larijani survived the attack.
Targets Linked to Militant Networks
Israeli operations also focused on individuals linked to militant groups. Reports indicate that:
- Senior figures associated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad were targeted
- Operations extended to safe houses in Tehran
- Multiple high-value targets were eliminated
Rising Tensions in Middle East
As a result, tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate.
Analysts warn that these strikes could trigger further conflict across the region. Both countries remain engaged in aggressive military and strategic actions.
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