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Iran Defence Minister and IRGC Commander Reportedly Killed in Israeli Strikes
Sources say Iran’s Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and IRGC commander Mohammad Pakpour were killed in Israeli attacks, while Iran conducts retaliatory strikes across the region. Official confirmation pending.
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by News Desk
2026-02-28
Iran Defence Minister and IRGC Commander Reportedly Killed in Israeli Strikes

Reports from multiple sources familiar with military operations say that Iran’s Defence Minister, Amir Nasirzadeh, and the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), General Mohammad Pakpour, were killed in Israeli strikes on Iranian territory on Saturday. These developments mark a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict involving Israel and the United States.

The information comes from two sources with knowledge of Israeli military actions and a regional intelligence source, and has been cited by international news agencies. However, official confirmation from Tehran has not yet been announced. The situation remains fluid as independent verification is still pending.

The reported deaths come amid a broader wave of hostilities in which the United States and Israel have carried out coordinated strikes against Iranian military targets. These operations have reportedly been aimed at degrading Tehran’s military capabilities and disrupting its command structures. Iran has condemned the attacks as violations of its sovereignty.

In response to the strikes, Tehran has launched retaliatory missile and drone attacks against U.S. military bases in the Gulf region, including sites in Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as other targets reportedly associated with U.S. forces. These counterattacks have been described by Iranian officials as part of “Operation Promised Truth 4,” intended to strike at what Iran terms the “child‑killing Zionist regime” and U.S. military presence.

The conflict’s escalation has raised concerns of broader regional instability, with both sides signaling intentions to continue offensive operations. As the dust continues to settle on the latest strikes, the international community is closely watching for official statements and the potential for diplomatic intervention.
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