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Iran Guards Spokesperson Killed In Airstrike: State Media
Bharathi SP | March 20, 2026 4:11 PM CST

Iranian state television reported on Friday that Ali Mohammad Naini, spokesperson of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, had been killed in strikes carried out by the United States and Israel.

Senior IRGC Official Among Latest Casualties

Naini, who also served as deputy head of the IRGC’s public relations wing, is among the most senior figures reported killed in the ongoing conflict. His death marks a significant development, as it signals that high-ranking members within Iran’s military establishment are increasingly coming under direct attack, reported Reuters.

The strikes, attributed to joint U.S. and Israeli operations, are part of an intensifying military campaign across the region.

Expanding Scope of Targeted Strikes

The reported killing highlights a shift in the nature of the conflict, with operations appearing to extend beyond conventional military targets. By targeting a senior communications figure, the strikes indicate a broader effort to disrupt not just operational capabilities but also the messaging and coordination structures of the IRGC.

(More details awaited)


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