Israel Says It Has Killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s De Facto Political Leader

The killing, which Iran has not yet confirmed, could embolden Iranian hard-liners, as the U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign continues.

Early report Major update Updated Mar 17, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC

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