Israel kills Iran chief, targeting US‑Iran talks
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- Israel assassinated Ali Larijani, Iran's senior security chief.
- Israel intended the killing to “torpedo” the chance of US‑Iran talks.
- Marwan Bishara, senior political analyst at Al Jazeera, said the act is calculated to prolong the war and push for regime change.
- Marwan Bishara also described the ongoing program of state assassinations as “not exactly normal behaviour”.
Why it matters: The killing undermines US‑Iran diplomatic progress, denying both sides a chance at de‑escalation while giving Israel a tactical edge in shaping the conflict’s trajectory. It also signals a willingness to use targeted assassinations to force regime change, raising the stakes for regional stability.
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