Israel attempted to assassinate Iran's Intelligence Minister Khatib overnight, Jerusalem Post reports citing an Israeli official; still awaiting results of the target however the initial assessment is that he has been eliminated

This report suggests a significant escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran, which could have wide-ranging implications for regional stability.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 18 Mar 2026, 08:33 UTCOn the live feed at 08:13 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Israel attempted to assassinate Iran's Intelligence Minister Khatib overnight, Jerusalem Post reports citing an Israeli official; still awaiting results of the target however the initial assessment is that he has been eliminated

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If the initial assessment of the assassination is confirmed, we may see a flight to safety in haven assets like gold and shifts in energy prices, as markets react to potential military responses and broader geopolitical ramifications.

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