Tehran's graphic kill list: Iran posts chilling chart of Israeli leaders it plans to assassinate
איראן מפרסמת את רשימת הבכירים בצמרת המדינית ביטחונית בישראל המיועדים לחיסול.
אני מציע לדיקטטור האיראני חמינאי שכשהוא יוצא מהבונקר שירים מידי פעם מבט לשמיים ויקשיב טוב לכל זמזום.
משתתפי "חתונה אדומה" מחכים לו שם. pic.twitter.com/Ojf8Km5Iay — ישראל כ'ץ Israel Katz (@Israel_katz) August 11, 2025
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In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Iran has publicly released a chart identifying several high-ranking Israeli officials it plans to target for assassination. This alarming move highlights the deepening hostility between Tehran and Jerusalem, and adds a fresh layer of complexity to the already volatile situation in the Middle East conflict. The list notably includes prominent Israeli figures such as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz, who were labeled with harsh titles by Iranian authorities.The assassination chart publicly identifies key members of Israel's political and military leadership. Besides Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz, the list features former Israeli Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, and Israeli Air Force Commander Major General Tomer Bar.Although, the chart contained a misspelling of Tomer Bar's name as 'Tamer Bar,' but this did not lessen the seriousness of the threat.By revealing the names, Iran is making a clear statement that its intent is to carry out targeted killings against individuals it views as responsible for policies it condemns. The labels assigned to these figures, such as 'criminal against humanity' and 'minister of terror,' underline the deep hostility Tehran animosity toward Israel's leadership.Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz responded to the assassination threat delivering a sharp message. Sharing the Iranian chart, Katz addressed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei directly, warning him to 'occasionally look up to the sky and listen carefully for any buzzing.' This warning alludes to Israel's recent aerial strikes on Iranian targets, mentioning that Israeli forces remain vigilant and ready to retaliate against any actions or threats directed toward its leaders.This public threat coincides with Israel's 'Operation Rising Lion,' a 12-day military campaign aimed at crippling Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities. According to Katz, the operation was the result of years of intelligence gathering, preparation, and strategic planning. The campaign inflicted considerable damage on Iran's military infrastructure, dealing a serious blow to Tehran's regional ambitions.The combination of targeted threats and successful military operations has further increased the already tense relations between the two countries, raising concerns about a possible escalation into full scale conflict.The release of assassination targets and continuing military operations contribute to increased instability in the Middle East. Both Israel and Iran have engaged in retaliatory strikes and countermeasures, creating an environment rife with unpredictability. International observers worry that the cycle of aggression could go out of control, drawing in other regional issues and potentially leading to wider conflict.A1. Benjamin Netanyahu is the Prime Minister of Israel. He has been a prominent political figure for many years.A2. An assassination list is a document identifying individuals targeted for killing. It is often used in political or military conflicts to threaten or plan attacks.
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