Israeli military officials state that Ali Larijani, Iran's chief security official, has died in airstrikes, following the recent death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
On the night of the 17th, the Israeli military announced the death of Ali Larijani, the Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. Larijani has been a key figure exercising military and security authority in Iran's interim government since the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on September 28. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed that Larijani was 'eliminated' during recent airstrikes, highlighting the ongoing volatility in Iran amid these developments.
The news of Larijani's reported death has not been confirmed by Iranian authorities. However, a handwritten message was posted shortly after the announcement on Larijani's social media account, which was interpreted by some as a signal that he may still be alive. The message appeared to pay tribute to fallen Iranian naval soldiers, adding to the confusion surrounding his status during these turbulent times in Iranian leadership.
Born in 1958 in Najaf, Iraq, Larijani comes from a prominent Shiite clerical family often referred to as 'Iran's Kennedy family.' His extensive political career includes serving as Iran's chief nuclear negotiator and holding significant governmental roles. After returning to the role of Secretary of the Security Council last August, he played a crucial part in the leading the nation since Khamenei's passing, navigating its foreign relations during a pivotal moment in Iranian politics.
