Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Israeli media outlets on Thursday reported that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Naval Commander, Alireza Tangsiri, has been killed. The reports, citing officials, claim he was targeted in a strike, though there has been no official confirmation from either Iran or Israel so far.
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According to Israeli media, Tangsiri was allegedly killed in an attack in Bandar Abbas, a key port city in southern Iran. An Israeli official told Times of Israel that the strike targeted the senior commander, who has been a central figure in Iran's naval operations.
The same official also claimed that Tangsiri played a role in actions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.
No confirmation from either side
Despite the claims, there has been no official statement from the Iranian government or the Israeli military confirming the reported killing. The situation remains unclear, with both sides yet to publicly verify the reports.
If confirmed, the development would mark another high-profile strike on Iranian leadership amid the ongoing conflict.
The reported killing comes against the backdrop of continued attacks on Iranian officials. Since February 28, several senior figures have been targeted in strikes attributed to Israel.
Among those reported killed recently are Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani and energy ministry official Esmail Khatib. The conflict has also seen significant escalation following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint US-Israeli strikes.
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Who is Alireza Tangsiri?
Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has been serving as the Commander of the IRGC Naval Division since August 2018. He has played a significant role in shaping Iran's maritime strategy, particularly in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
Earlier this year, in January 2026, reports had also claimed that Tangsiri was killed in a blast in Bandar Abbas. However, Iran's state-linked Tasnim News Agency later denied those claims, stating that he was alive at the time.
