Top Iranian security official and head of country’s Basij force killed, Israel says

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View in Browser Israeli officials say overnight strikes killed top Iranian security official Ali Larijani and head of Iran's Basij force Gholam Reza Soleimani March 17, 2026 The killings again strip away top leaders from the Iranian theocracy after the Feb. 28 strike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian state media did not immediately confirm either death. However, it said a message from Larijani's office would be published shortly. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.