Substantial Losses in Iran's Military: Eight Commanders Dead after Israeli Air Strikes
Death confirmation of two additional Iranian generals
Get the lowdown on the recent mayhem unfolding between Iran and Israel, as eight top Iranian generals bite the dust following a series of Israeli air strikes. Here's the skinny on the calamity:
Taking a Toll on Iranian Leadership
In the aftermath of the air strikes, Iran confirmed the demise of not one, but two additional generals: Gholamresa Mehrabi and Mehdi Rabani. Mehrabi, the deputy chief of Iran's intelligence department, and Rabani, the deputy chief of operations, were both serving in the General Staff of the Armed Forces. Their deaths, alongside six other high-ranking officials, bring the total number of confirmed fatalities to eight.
Top Brass Taken Out
Previously, Iran had announced the death of its Chief of General Staff, Major General Mohammed Bagheri. According to reports, he met his end during Israeli attacks on Friday night. To add fuel to the fire, Major General Hussein Salami, commander of the powerful Revolutionary Guards, was also reported to have been killed in an attack on the headquarters of the Supreme Command of the Revolutionary Guards. Salami was considered one of the most influential figures in the Islamic Republic.
International Condemnation and Retaliation
The escalation didn't stop there. On Friday morning, Israel launched attacks against military targets in Iran, includingTehran, the central province of Isfahan, and other parts of the country. The attacks targeted various facilities and personnel, including Iran's nuclear program and high-ranking nuclear scientists, causing a significant stir in international politics. Iran, in turn, retaliated with several waves of ballistic missiles against Israel on Friday night.
Israel justified the "preemptive strike" by citing Iran's advanced nuclear program, claiming it was approaching an "irreversible point." This revelation caused a fuss, with UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, condemning the escalation.
Confirmed Casualties and Strike Details
While the conflict rages on, it's essential to grasp the extent of the damage. The Israeli strikes targeted various Iranian military facilities, resulting in the death of at least eight senior military commanders. Among them:
- Esmail Ghaani: Brigadier General and Commander of the IRGC Quds Force.
- Hossein Salami: Major General and commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).
- Mohammad Baqeri: Major General and chief-of-staff of the Iranian armed forces.
- Gholam Ali Rashid: Prominent general involved in strategic military planning and operations.
- Amir Ali Hajizadeh: Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, known for his involvement in Iran's missile programs and strategic military operations.6-8. Additional Generals: Israel's military claims to have killed two more Iranian generals, though their identities are not yet fully confirmed.
Sources:
- ntv.de
- spl/dpa
This premier intelligence underscores the seriousness of the situation and the implications it carries for both nations and the world at large. Stay tuned for more updates on this breaking news story.
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