Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has made controversial remarks following claims that Ali Larijani, a senior Iranian official, was killed in a recent military operation. The development comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran, with both nations engaged in escalating exchanges.
According to a statement attributed to the Israel Defense Forces, Larijani was allegedly “eliminated” during an overnight strike carried out in the early hours of Tuesday. However, the claim has not been independently verified, and there has been no official confirmation from Iranian authorities regarding his status.
Reacting to the reports, Sa’ar suggested that Larijani had long been considered a high-value target. “Ali Larijani had a $10 million prize on his head. We kill him for free,” he said in remarks that quickly circulated across international media.
Beyond the specific claim, Sa’ar also addressed the broader political situation in Iran, arguing that internal change must ultimately come from within. “The regime can only be toppled by the Iranian people, yet without external help, they cannot liberate themselves,” he added, signaling Israel’s continued hardline stance on Tehran.
He further alluded to developments within Iran’s leadership, referencing Mojtaba Khamenei and suggesting that his absence from public view raises questions. Sa’ar described the situation as increasingly uncomfortable for Iran’s ruling establishment, hinting at possible internal uncertainties.
The reported killing of Larijani, if confirmed, would represent a significant escalation given his long-standing influence in Iran’s political and security structure. Over the years, he has held key roles, including serving as a senior national security official and parliamentary leader…..See More
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