مقتل 5 قيادات إيرانية خلال 24 ساعة.. ضربات نوعية تهز طهران

In a notable escalation that reflects a shift in the trajectory of the American-Israeli war on Iran, the past 24 hours have witnessed the killing of 5 of the most prominent Iranian military and scientific leaders, in a series of precise strikes targeting sensitive joints within the security and military apparatus, which has created a deep shock in the leadership structure within Tehran.

The "Decapitation" Strategy is Escalating

The recent operations reveal a focused approach that targets influential leaders, in an attempt to disrupt the decision-making system and undermine the ability to manage operations, particularly within the Revolutionary Guard and the Basij forces, alongside the arms linked to the nuclear program.

Observers believe that this shift reflects a transition in the confrontation from targeting infrastructure to exhausting the "decision-making minds" of military and security operations.

List of Strikes in One Day

In the past 24 hours, prominent names have fallen in various locations within Iran, the most notable of which are:

• Abbas Karami: One of the leaders of the Revolutionary Guard in Tehran, considered an influential field figure in managing operations.

• Saeed Zankaneh: A leader in the Basij forces in Ahvaz, linked to internal security and mobilization files.

• Mohammad Reza Kia: An Iranian nuclear scientist, who was killed along with his wife in the Kiyashahr area, indicating a targeting of scientific personnel.

• Ali Fooladvand: Head of the "Sepand" organization for defensive nuclear research, linked to sensitive programs.

• Jamshid Ishaqi: Head of the Budget and Finance Office at the General Staff of the Armed Forces, indicating a targeting of logistical support joints.

The strikes are not limited to field leaders but extend to scientists and officials responsible for armament programs, indicating that the confrontation is now targeting "those who make decisions" and "those who develop capabilities," not just military tools.

Experts confirm that targeting figures like Fooladvand and Kia aims to disrupt development pathways and slow down highly sensitive programs.

Widespread Arrest Campaign... Tehran is Searching for "Sleeper Cells"

Alongside the strikes, Iranian authorities announced the launch of a widespread arrest campaign targeting those they describe as "traitors and collaborators," in an attempt to contain the rapidly escalating security repercussions.

Media reports indicated the arrest of a large number of cells linked to the former monarchy, alongside elements that Tehran claims are connected to the "Mossad" in the northwest of the country, as well as cells described as "terrorist" linked to external operations rooms.

The Iranian authorities believe that these movements come in the context of attempts to exploit the targeting of leaders to destabilize the interior and mobilize the street, especially following the assassination of prominent figures, while official data indicates the continuation of arrest campaigns and the pursuit of suspected networks.

Security Breach and Deterrent Messages

These operations reflect an advanced level of intelligence penetration and the ability to reach pivotal figures within the Iranian depth, placing Tehran in the face of increasing security challenges.