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Israel claims 'Iranian navy chief Alireza Tangsiri, behind Hormuz strait chokehold, killed'

The reported killing of Tangsiri marks a significant development in the conflict, particularly given the IRGC Navy’s central role in Iran’s maritime operations and its strategic posture in the Gulf

Israel has claimed that Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, has been killed in a strike in Bandar Abbas. However, there has been no confirmation or comment from Iran or the Israeli military regarding this claim. The alleged strike comes amid continuing conflict in the region, with Israel conducting what are described as precise assassination operations targeting military commanders. Reports indicate that Israel has been tracking leadership movements in enemy countries, including Iran through intelligence operations. Similar targeted strikes have been carried out in Lebanon, where Israel has reportedly assassinated Hezbollah commanders, Hamas commanders, and Iraqi force commanders.