"The Israeli military has been pursuing a new war tactic in targeting checkpoints set up in the Iranian capital by the paramilitary Basij force as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the United States launch more attacks. The heavily armed checkpoints, roadblocks and patrols have been ramping up in Tehran and across the country in the aftermath of thousands being killed during January's nationwide protests."
"IRGC-affiliated media confirmed that drone strikes have been hitting the heavily armed checkpoints since Wednesday night, killing and wounding a number of Basij members. A funeral was held on Friday in the province of Semnan for Morteza Darbari, who was described by the IRGC-linked Tasnim news agency as the commander of a local Basij force based in a mosque in Tehran."
"Footage from the funeral of another killed member, Mohammad-Hossein Kouchaki, was aired by state media on Saturday, showing his family members, surrounded by his fellow Basij fighters armed with assault rifles, promising revenge. Both those [dissidents] inside and outside the country, their fate is clear, we will slay them all, said Kouchaki's mother at the event."
Israeli military operations have shifted tactics to target heavily armed checkpoints established by Iran's Basij paramilitary force across Tehran and the country. These checkpoints increased significantly following January protests and the recent outbreak of conflict. The IRGC confirmed drone strikes beginning Wednesday night killed and wounded multiple Basij members. Notable casualties include Morteza Darbari, a local Basij commander, and Mohammad-Hossein Kouchaki, killed in a northeastern Tehran strike. The Israeli military released footage confirming responsibility for Kouchaki's death. Basij members have vowed retaliation, with families of deceased members pledging continued resistance. Attacks have also targeted Iranian oil infrastructure, including fuel depots near checkpoint strike sites.
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