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Israel Vows to "Pursue and Neutralise" Iran's Next Supreme Leader

An Israeli military spokesperson has declared the IDF will pursue and neutralize anyone who threatens Israel, specifically naming Iran's designated next Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. The statement comes as Israel reported intercepting a new barrage of missiles launched from Iran, with air raid sirens sounding in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The IDF is preparing for a "prolonged campaign," including during the upcoming Passover holiday. Meanwhile, regional forces like Bahrain's have reported intercepting hundreds of missiles and drones since the conflict's escalation over two weeks ago.

Key Points: Israel Targets Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei, IDF Prepares for Prolonged War

  • IDF targets Iran's future Supreme Leader
  • No info on Mojtaba Khamenei's whereabouts
  • Israel intercepts fresh Iranian missile barrage
  • Military preparing for "prolonged campaign"
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"We will pursue, find, neutralise him": Israel on Mojtaba Khamenei

IDF spokesperson vows to pursue Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei as Israel intercepts new missile barrage and prepares for a prolonged campaign during Passover.

"We will pursue him, find him, and neutralise him. - Effie Defrin, IDF Spokesperson"

Tel Aviv, March 18

The Israel Defense Forces will continue targeting anyone who "poses a threat to the state of Israel," including Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, military spokesperson Effie Defrin has said, saying that they have no current information on Khamenei's whereabouts.

According to Al Jazeera, when asked about Khamenei's whereabouts, Defrin said on Tuesday that the IDF had no information, adding, "But I can say one thing: we will continue - as we have proven - we will continue to pursue anyone who poses a threat to the state of Israel, and anyone who raises a hand against it is not immune from us. We will pursue him, find him, and neutralise him."

As per Al Jazeera, Defrin also said Israel would continue targeting members of Iran's paramilitary Basij forces, stating, "I say here again, we will reach everyone, no matter where or when."

The IDF had earlier said it killed Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani.

Defrin further noted that Israel is preparing for a "prolonged campaign, including during Passover," the Jewish holiday observed this year on the first eight days of April, Al Jazeera reported. Meanwhile, Israel said it was working to intercept a fresh barrage of missiles launched from Iran, CNN reported.

Air raid sirens were heard across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, with visuals showing flashes in the night sky, including what appeared to be a cluster munition missile over Tel Aviv, according to CNN.

Israeli fire and rescue teams were dispatched to multiple impact sites in the greater Tel Aviv area, authorities said, CNN reported.

Meanwhile, the Bahrain Defence Force said its air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 129 missiles and 233 drones since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran more than two weeks ago, Al Jazeera reported.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The language used is so aggressive. "Pursue, find, neutralise" – it sounds like an action movie, but this is real life with real consequences for millions. Hoping our MEA is closely monitoring the situation for Indian citizens and interests.
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Aman W
While Israel has a right to defend itself, openly threatening another country's supreme leader sets a worrying precedent. Where does it end? This conflict could easily spill over and affect oil prices and our economy.
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Sarah B
The human cost is terrifying. Air raid sirens in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem... it's heartbreaking. No one should have to live like this. The international community needs to step in more forcefully.
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Vikram M
India's position should be clear: we are against terrorism and for sovereign rights. But we also need to protect our energy imports and the large Indian diaspora in the Gulf. A delicate diplomatic balance is required.
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Karthik V
With all due respect to Israel's security concerns, this "prolonged campaign" talk is alarming. It feels like the goalposts keep shifting. When does defense become perpetual offense? The region, and the world, needs peace, not more promises of pursuit.

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