Israel says it killed a senior Iranian security official in an airstrike

Israel says it carried out an airstrike that killed Ali Larijani, a top Iranian security official. The strike happened overnight, according to statements from Israeli officials, including Defense Minister Katz.

Iran has not yet officially confirmed Larijani's death. The reports describe Larijani as Iran's security chief, and some headlines also mention the reported killing of a commander from the Basij, a paramilitary force.