Iran Loses Prominent Leaders in the Revolutionary Guard and Threatens Harsh Response to the United States and Israel
The public relations of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced the death of prominent leaders in the Iranian military institution, in a statement describing the "martyr" leaders as "the most famous leaders in purity of spirit, strength of faith, good management, and courage."
The statement confirmed that their martyrdom came at the hands of what it described as "the most wretched terrorists and executioners of humanity," emphasizing that their deaths are evidence of the righteousness of their path and their sincere services to Islam and Iran.
The statement mentioned that martyrdom in defense of Iran and the Islamic doctrine is considered a sign of victory and closeness to the goal, noting that the death of the leaders will not stop their approach or weaken their legacy, but will increase the Iranian people's determination to continue the luminous path of their supreme leader.
The Revolutionary Guard, armed forces, and Basij forces confirmed their continued defense of the legacy of the martyr leaders, calling on various segments of society to actively participate in the fields of defending the homeland, embodying the highest forms of unity and national cohesion.
* Leaders Lost by Iran
Iranian sources clarified the deaths of:
• Ali Hajazi, Director of the Leader's Office
• Mr. Ali Shamkhani, Advisor to the Leader and Secretary of the National Defense Council
• Major General Mohammad Pakpour, Commander of the Revolutionary Guard
* Military Movements and Threat of Response
The statement indicated that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard is preparing to launch an offensive operation described as "the fiercest in the history of the Iranian armed forces," targeting occupied territories and American and Israeli military bases in the region, in a clear message of escalation following the martyrdom of the leaders.
* American Reactions
In contrast, CBS reported statements from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said that American and Israeli attacks against Iran were effective and paved the way for diplomatic dialogue.
He added that reaching a diplomatic solution has become easier after the recent strikes, considering that Iran is facing a severe defeat, and described the strikes on Saturday as "a great day for the world," noting that the Iranian response so far has been less than expected.
* Additional Official Statements
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security warned that the assassination of Iranian leaders could lead to retaliatory responses from Iran and its proxies in the region.
The Iranian presidency considered the assassination of the supreme leader "a great crime that will not go unpunished."
The assistant to the Iranian leader announced that President Bezhaskian, the head of the judiciary, and a jurist from the Guardian Council will lead the transitional phase.
* In Conclusion
In light of these developments, the situation in the region remains tense, with continued escalation between Iran and the United States and Israel.
International circles are closely monitoring these events, while the Iranian Revolutionary Guard emphasizes its continued defense of the country's interests and the completion of its military path.
Future reactions and field movements remain a focal point of interest for all concerned parties, amid diplomatic calls to confront any potential escalation.
