With so many senior figures gone, the question remains: Who is now steering Iran? The country’s layered power structure and its mechanisms for maintaining control under crisis offer insight into how the Islamic Republic continues to function.

‘Lot of people on target’: Who are key figures steering Iran through crisis as US says many are on its list?

Iran vows “decisive, regrettable” retaliation after security chief Ali Larijani was killed in an Israeli airstrike. Revolutionary Guards launched missiles at Israel, calling it revenge.

‘Response will be...’: Iran’s army vows retaliation after Larijani's killing

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country’s political system remains strong despite leadership losses, blaming the US and Israel for regional destruction. The IRGC claimed missile strikes on Israel, while Ali Larijani’s final post mourned sailors killed in the IRIS Dena attack.

'Political structure strong': Araghchi responds after Larijani's killing; IRGC launches Khorramshahr, Kheibar Shekan missiles

Iran has confirmed the death of security chief Ali Larijani in an Israeli strike, along with senior Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani. What role did Larijani play in Iran’s leadership and what does his assassination signal for the US-Israel-Iran war? Scroll down to find out.

'Sweet grace of martyrdom': Ali Larijani, Gholamreza Soleimani killed in Israeli strike, confirms Iran; highest-level deaths since Khamenei

Israeli PM Netanyahu claims Israel killed Iran’s Ali Larijani amid escalating tensions and signaling a broader push to weaken Tehran’s leadership

'Ali Larijani, Iran’s security chief, killed in Israeli strike', claims Netanyahu

Israel claims it killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s powerful security chief, though Tehran denies it. A key strategist and nuclear policymaker, Larijani has been central to Iran’s leadership and diplomacy. His reported death could significantly impact Iran’s stability and global negotiations.

‘Will make Trump sorry’: Who is Ali Larijani, Iran's Security Chief whom Israel claims to have killed?

Confusion surrounds reports of Iran’s Ali Larijani being killed after Israel’s claim, as a post from his X account surfaced shortly after. While Iran hasn’t confirmed his death, the message and recent sightings have deepened uncertainty amid escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions.

Proof of life or final message? Ali Larijani's X post fuels speculation after Israel claims Iran's top official is dead

Israeli Defence Minister claimed on Tuesday (March 17) that Iran’s security chief, Ali Larijani, has been killed. Although, there is no confirmation from the Islamic Republic.  

Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani killed, claims Israeli defence minister

Ali Larijani warned Iran’s neighbouring countries that they must stop the US from using their territories to launch attacks on Iran, otherwise Tehran would be forced to take action itself.

'Trump will pay the price': Iran’s security chief threatens after Khamenei’s killing in US-Israel strikes