Iran Replaces IRGC Intel Chief After Israeli Strikes

Iran has appointed Brigadier General Majid Khademi as the new chief of the IRGC Intelligence Organization after the killing of his predecessor Mohammad Kazemi and deputy Hassan Mohaghegh in Israeli airstrikes in Tehran. Khademi previously led the IRGC’s Intelligence Protection Organization and the Intelligence Protection Organisation at the Iranian Defence Ministry. The Israeli strikes, which targeted Iranian military and nuclear sites, killed senior commanders and caused civilian casualties. In response, Iran has launched missile and drone attacks on Israel, resulting in further damage and casualties. IRGC Chief Commander Mohammad Pakpour, who was also recently appointed after his predecessor was killed by Israel, has threatened to 'open the gates of hell' in retaliation. These developments have significantly escalated regional tensions and attracted international concern.