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U.S. Offers $10 Million Reward for Iranian Terrorism Suspects

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The U.S. State Department offers up to $10 million for information on Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, and nine senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officials.
The reward is part of the Rewards for Justice program and targets terrorism suspects against Americans.
Informants may be eligible for relocation to the United States.
The announcement follows U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran, raising regional tensions.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1984, the U.S. Rewards for Justice program incentivizes information leading to the capture of terrorists, including members of Al-Qaeda and Hezbollah. The recent $10 million reward for IRGC officials highlights ongoing U.S. efforts to counter Iranian threats, reflecting the complex and often adversarial nature of U.S.-Iran relations, particularly after military actions by the U.S. and Israel.

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Story summary

The U.S. State Department offers up to $10 million for information on Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, and nine senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officials.
The reward is part of the Rewards for Justice program and targets terrorism suspects against Americans.
Informants may be eligible for relocation to the United States.
The announcement follows U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran, raising regional tensions.

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