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In a bold escalation of its shadow war with Tehran, Israel has killed three senior commanders of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in a string of targeted airstrikes, significantly weakening Iran’s regional proxy infrastructure and weapons supply chain.

One of the most high-profile eliminations was Behnam Shahriari, a top commander in the Quds Force’s weapons supply division. Shahriari was killed in an Israeli airstrike while driving his vehicle in western Iran — more than 1,000 kilometres from Israel.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) described Shahriari as a key figure in Iran’s weapons smuggling network. He was reportedly responsible for arming Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza, and the Houthi rebels in Yemen.

According to Israeli intelligence, Shahriari also played a pivotal role in financing terrorism, funnelling millions of dollars annually to militant groups via shell companies, currency exchangers, and covert routes in Turkey and Lebanon.

“His death is a major blow to Iran’s proxy warfare capabilities,” an Israeli military official said, noting his central role in supplying rockets and missiles used in attacks against Israeli targets.

Earlier that day, Israeli warplanes struck the city of Qom, killing Saeed Izadi, the head of the Palestinian Division within the Quds Force. Izadi was reportedly instrumental in providing logistical and financial support to Hamas ahead of the October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel.

“This is justice for the victims of Hamas’ atrocities,” said Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, confirming Izadi’s death. “Israel’s long arm will reach all those who threaten our people.”

Gallant praised Israeli intelligence and air force coordination for their precision and timing.

Later the same day, Israel confirmed the death of Amin Pour Jodaki, the deputy commander of the IRGC’s second drone unit. Jodaki was killed in a strike targeting drone development facilities, part of Israel’s ongoing efforts to neutralize Iran’s UAV threat.

In a related operation, Israeli forces intercepted and destroyed two hostile drones over the Arava region, reinforcing their defensive readiness amid the rising regional tension.

The targeted assassinations represent one of Israel’s most coordinated and far-reaching operations in recent years. Military analysts believe these strikes will temporarily cripple Iran’s ability to finance, arm, and direct its regional militias.

“The precision and depth of these strikes reveal just how far Israel’s intelligence and strike capabilities have evolved,” said a regional security analyst. “This sends a chilling message across Tehran’s proxy network.”

Iran has yet to officially respond to the strikes, but regional observers warn that retaliation is likely. Israeli officials remain defiant, pledging continued operations to dismantle what they describe as a “terror axis” spanning Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, and beyond.

“We will not allow our enemies to regroup or launch further attacks,” said an IDF spokesperson.

The strikes come amid a broader regional power struggle, with Israel increasingly targeting IRGC operatives deep inside Iranian territory — a tactic seen as a bold new phase in the long-running conflict between the two rivals.

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