On Saturday, Israel announced the killing of a high-ranking Iranian commander amidst escalating tensions between the two nations. This announcement followed Tehran's declaration that it would not engage in nuclear negotiations while facing perceived threats, and as European powers attempted to salvage peace talks.
The slain commander, Saeed Izadi, was identified as the leader of the Palestine Corps within the Quds Force, the Iranian Revolutionary Guards' foreign operations unit. According to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, Izadi was killed in an attack on an apartment in Qom, Iran.
Katz described the killing as a significant success for Israeli intelligence and the Air Force. He further stated that Izadi had been responsible for funding and arming the Palestinian militant group Hamas in the lead-up to the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, which initiated the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
5 Comments
Eric Cartman
How many innocent lives will be lost because of this reckless decision?
Stan Marsh
The Iranian regime has been violating the peace for too long; this shows we will stand up!
Donatello
What kind of message does this send? Assassination will only lead to more retaliations.
Muchacho
Israel should be held accountable for its actions instead of being praised. This is not a victory.
lettlelenok
Killing a high-ranking militant leader is a tactical victory for Israeli security.