Ali Larijani Killed: Iran's Security Chief Removed

0:00It's March 18th, here's what's happening around the world. An Israeli air strike has killed Ali Larajani, one of Iran's top security chiefs and a key shaper of national policy. As head of the Supreme National Security Council, he influenced decisions on war, diplomacy, and security, especially against the United States and Israel. His death removes a major voice at a tense time for the country. This strike follows the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Kamanai on February 28th and fits a pattern of attacks taking out several senior, Iranian officials and commanders in recent weeks. State media has now confirmed Larajani's death, highlighting a push to disrupt Iran's leadership during the ongoing conflict. Larajani was seen as a pragmatist despite his tough stance on the West. He pushed for a long fight, including expanding the war regionally and closing the strait of Hormuz. At home, he dealt with massive protests that turned deadly, killing thousands amid economic woes and calls to topple the regime.

1:01He was also managing stalled nuclear talks with Washington, disrupted by strikes. Now, these crises fall to an unknown successor and a fragile setup with Iran's airspace still vulnerable and energy market disruptions as its main, leverage. The loss could tilt power toward the military with faster decisions but less coordination. Iran looks shaky, with delays and announcements and key figures like the new Supreme Leader staying out of sight. Expect more volatility, a harder war line, and tougher crackdowns inside Iran. This episode is supported by our sponsor, C Details in the Description, a pillow that sounds as good as it feels, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-SoliPillo.com.