Kamal Kharrazi, head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations and former foreign minister, sustained injuries in a coordinated strike reportedly conducted by the United States and Israel on Wednesday, April 2, 2026. Iranian sources confirmed to CMG correspondents that his wife died in the attack, escalating regional tensions.
Kharrazi, a key architect of Iran's foreign policy, previously served as foreign minister from 1997 to 2005. The incident occurred amid heightened scrutiny of Tehran's international engagements. While details remain limited, Iranian officials have condemned the strike as a "blatant violation of sovereignty" and vowed to pursue "proportional responses through diplomatic channels."
Analysts suggest the attack could complicate ongoing negotiations regarding the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and impact energy markets. The Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry spokesperson called for restraint, stating: "All parties should resolve differences through dialogue to maintain stability in West Asia."
Security has been reinforced around diplomatic compounds in Tehran, with state media reporting emergency meetings of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. The United Nations Security Council is expected to convene an emergency session later this week.
