Iranian alliance publicly reveals targeted killings roster
In a concerning development, a list published by the pro-Iranian news agency Sabrin News has named three high-ranking Israeli officials as potential targets for assassination. The list includes Defense Minister Israel Katz, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the Chief Military Rabbi of Israel, Brigadier General Rabbi Eyal Krim [1][4].
The graphic list, circulated by Sabrin News, is part of an escalating psychological and media warfare between Iran and Israel, openly threatening the lives of Israel’s senior political and military leaders [3].
Defense Minister Israel Katz responded publicly to the list with a direct warning aimed at Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, referencing a "Red Wedding" — symbolizing ruthless, decisive retaliation — underscoring Israel’s readiness to respond forcefully [2][4]. The list also includes other senior military and security officials such as IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and IDF Chief Rabbi Brig. Gen. Eyal Karim, reflecting the severity of the threat [3].
This tactic is part of long-standing psychological warfare norms in the region, where public targeting of enemy leaders is used as a deterrent and precursor to possible strikes. Israeli officials note that similar lists have been published by Israel itself against opposing figures shortly before targeted military actions [3].
As of the latest updates in August 2025, no new information has indicated changes to the named targets or Israel’s strategic messaging following the release of this list by Sabrin News. The publication of this list serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing tension and potential for conflict in the region.
[1] Sabrin News publishes assassination targets list. (2025, August). Retrieved from https://www.sabrinnews.ir/en/news/609267
[2] Defense Minister Katz issues warning to Iran's Supreme Leader following assassination list. (2025, August). Retrieved from https://www.israelhayom.com/2025/08/01/defense-minister-katz-issues-warning-to-irans-supreme-leader-following-assassination-list/
[3] Iran's assassination list: A new chapter in regional psychological warfare. (2025, August). Retrieved from https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/irans-assassination-list-a-new-chapter-in-regional-psychological-warfare-673717
[4] Israel's top leaders named in Iranian assassination list. (2025, August). Retrieved from https://www.timesofisrael.com/israels-top-leaders-named-in-iranian-assassination-list/
The escalating conflict between Iran and Israel continues to dominate the general news, with politics, war-and-conflicts, and crime-and-justice at the forefront. Public threats against Israel's senior leaders, such as the assassination list released by Sabrin News, serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing tension and potential for severe consequences in the region.
