Iran Army Reward Statement | US Soldiers Capture Killing Tehran The Iranian military has announced a reward of $30,000 (approximately 28 lakh rupees) for anyone who captures or kills an American soldier. The offer is doubled to $60,000 (around 56 lakh rupees) if the act is committed by a woman. This initiative was introduced following various demands, aiming to financially support individuals who contribute to Iran's military efforts through financial jihad. Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian military, Amir Hatami, stated during a ceremony in Tehran that this strategy has weakened the United States' military dominance and compelled several nations to seek alternative security options. Hatami criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that Iran's defeat would result in the declaration of the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. According to The Jerusalem Post, Hatami asserted that Iran has effectively forced the U.S. military to retreat, leaving them without access to the Persian Gulf, Oman Sea, or the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also accused Qatar of detaining three of its pilots since March 2, claiming they were captured during the initial days of the conflict between Iran, the U.S., and Israel. The Iranian military's committee searching for missing personnel, led by General Seyed Mohammad Bagherzadeh, alleged that the pilots, including Jawad Salehie, Abdulmajeed Dastiyani, and Umaran Behraveshian, were taken by Qatari authorities after their Su-24 aircraft was shot down. Bagherzadeh noted that one pilot, Majid Kazemi, had died, and Iran had no prior knowledge of their whereabouts. They requested the Red Cross to investigate their status and allow their families to reunite with them. Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Majed Al-Ansari, denied the allegations, stating that Qatar had not detained any Iranian pilots.#qatar #tehran #amir_hatami #iran_army #su_24
Ali Larijani's Assassination Marks Major Shift in Iran's Power Structure Ali Larijani, Iran’s former security chief, was killed in a strike near Tehran, dealing a significant blow to the country’s leadership amid escalating tensions with Israel and the United States. His death, confirmed by Iran and described as a martyrdom, underscores the deepening instability in the region following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei earlier this month. Larijani, known as a key architect of Iran’s security policy and a trusted ally of Khamenei, was identified as a high-priority target for Israeli forces after Khamenei’s death. The attack occurred when Larijani visited his daughter at her home in Pardis, a suburb of Tehran. Israeli intelligence reportedly located him through local tips, according to an Israeli official cited by Iran International. The strike killed Larijani, his son—a deputy—and several bodyguards. This marked the second major Iranian official to be assassinated in recent days, following the killing of Basij paramilitary chief Gholamreza Soleimani in Israeli strikes earlier in March. Larijani’s assassination was seen as a calculated move by Israeli forces, who had struggled to pinpoint his location despite his prominence. Analysts noted that his frequent public appearances, including participation in rallies and media interactions, inadvertently exposed him to surveillance. Israeli officials criticized his "arrogant behavior" in the aftermath of Khamenei’s death, suggesting that his visibility made him vulnerable. Despite efforts to evade detection, Larijani’s decision to visit his family home ultimately led to his demise. Iran has vowed to retaliate, with its military chief, Amir Hatami, warning of a "decisive and regrettable" response to the attack.#iran #israel #ali_larijani #pardis #amir_hatami
