Summary
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, reported that an overnight military strike killed Iran's Intelligence Minister, Esmail Khatib. There is no confirmation from Iran, but Katz stated that Israel's military has authorization to target key Iranian officials without needing further government approval.
Key Facts
- Israel's Defense Minister is named Israel Katz.
- Esmail Khatib is Iran's Intelligence Minister.
- Israel claims it killed Khatib in an overnight strike.
- Iran has not confirmed the death of Khatib.
- Israel's military can target senior Iranian officials without extra government permission.
