Israel says Iran’s security chief Larijani has been killed

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 17, 2026 at 11:01 AM

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Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz announced on March 17, 2026, that Ali Larijani, Iran's security chief, was killed in an Israeli strike overnight. The announcement was made by NewsFeedIsrael. The alleged strike and subsequent death of Larijani purportedly occurred within the past 24 hours. As of the time of the announcement, there has been no confirmation of Larijani's death from Iranian authorities. The location of the alleged strike was not specified in the report. The reason for the strike was also not mentioned.

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National Security

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There has been no confirmation from Iran regarding Larijani's death.

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Ali Larijani is Iran's security chief.

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Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz says Ali Larijani, Iran’s security chief, has been killed in an Israeli strike overnight.

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NewsFeedIsrael 40% Israel Katz 70% Israel ×280% Iran ×280% Ali Larijani 90%

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iran 90% israel 90% israeli strike 80% killed 80% security chief 70% ali larijani 70% defence minister 50%

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Al Jazeera

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