Israel Claims Responsibility for Killing of Iran’s Top Official Ali Larijani

Israel has claimed responsibility for the assassination of Ali Larijani, one of Iran's top officials. According to Israeli sources, the attack on Larijani, a prominent figure in Iran’s political landscape, was part of a targeted assassination operation carried out in the early hours of March 17, 2026.

The news was initially reported by Israeli intelligence officials, who stated that Larijani, who had been a former Speaker of the Iranian Parliament and is known for his strong political stance, was killed in Tehran. Authorities have yet to confirm the exact circumstances, but the Israeli government has indicated that the killing of Ali Larijani is linked to ongoing tensions between the two nations.

As an influential figure in Iran’s nuclear program and foreign policy, Larijani’s assassination is expected to fuel further diplomatic and military tensions between Israel and Iran.

The Israeli government has not provided further details on the operation, while Iranian authorities have vowed to investigate the killing and pursue retribution.