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U.S.-Israeli Airstrike Kills Key Iranian Intelligence Leader

4/7/2026

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Khademi Killed in Airstrike

On April 6, 2026, Iranian media reported Majid Khademi, head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence, was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike.
Khademi led IRGC intelligence since 2025, making him a central figure in Iran's security.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed strikes that killed two IRGC-QF members, Kamil Melhem and Asghar Bagheri.
The killings follow the reported death of Iranian intelligence minister Esmaeil Khatib, marking a broader escalation.

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Israeli Strikes Intensify

Israeli airstrikes on April 6, 2026 killed Majid Khademi, IRGC intelligence chief, and Asghar Bagheri, commander of Unit 840.
The strikes targeted Iranian military leadership, and Israel vowed to press its campaign.
The attacks also hit Iran's largest petrochemical plant, harming its economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran warned of retaliation for attacks on civilian infrastructure, escalating tensions.

History

Historical Context

Established in May 1979 following the Iranian Revolution, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was tasked with safeguarding the new regime and countering the traditional military's influence. By 2020, it had grown to over 125,000 personnel, playing a significant role in regional conflicts. The recent airstrikes on April 6, 2026, targeting IRGC leaders, highlight ongoing U.S.-Israeli efforts to curb Iranian military expansion and reflect the volatility of Middle Eastern geopolitics.

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Khademi Killed in Airstrike

On April 6, 2026, Iranian media reported Majid Khademi, head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence, was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike.
Khademi led IRGC intelligence since 2025, making him a central figure in Iran's security.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed strikes that killed two IRGC-QF members, Kamil Melhem and Asghar Bagheri.
The killings follow the reported death of Iranian intelligence minister Esmaeil Khatib, marking a broader escalation.

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