Israel claims killing of Iran's new top commander Ali Shadmani in airstrike on Tehran
New Delhi: Amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) announced on Tuesday that they have killed Iran’s newly appointed top military commander, Major General Ali Shadmani, in an overnight airstrike targeting central Tehran.
Shadmani, who had been appointed just days ago by Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was serving as the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ (IRGC) Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters. His appointment followed the assassination of his predecessor, Lt. Gen. Gholamali Rashid, also reportedly carried out by Israel.
The IDF described Shadmani as Iran’s most senior military official and the “wartime chief of staff,” asserting that he held command over both the Revolutionary Guards and the broader Iranian Armed Forces. They claimed he was also the closest remaining military advisor to Supreme Leader Khamenei.
“In his various roles, he had a direct influence on Iran’s offensive plans targeting the State of Israel,” the IDF said in a statement. “Under his leadership, the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters was responsible for managing combat operations and approving Iran’s attack strategies.”
This strike marks the second assassination of a top Iranian military leader by Israel within five days, underscoring the rapid escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict. The IDF labeled the operation a "precise airstrike," claiming it was carried out by the Israeli Air Force (IAF) deep inside Iranian territory.
For the second time in 5 days— the IDF has eliminated Iran’s War-Time Chief of Staff, the regime’s top military commander.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) June 17, 2025
Ali Shadmani, Iran’s senior-most military official and Khamenei’s closest military advisor, was killed in an IAF strike in central Tehran, following precise… pic.twitter.com/Bq6Z49zeCj
Iranian authorities have yet to officially confirm Shadmani's death, and no immediate response was released from Tehran at the time of publication.
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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
