Two Iranian Revolutionary Guards Killed in West Iran Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions

Iranian state media reported that two members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were shot dead and two others wounded in an attack outside their homes in Kermanshah province in western Iran. The IRGC described the incident as "terrorist shooting" and Iranian authorities have launched an investigation to identify those responsible.

This attack comes amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. Last week, US President Donald Trump announced on the social media platform Truth that Iran had requested a meeting, scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar. Senior US officials including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to attend, alongside technical-level talks. Trump expressed a desire to "complete the peace process fully," but the White House also affirmed it would continue responding to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, warning Iran to sign a good deal or face military consequences.

However, Iran’s delegation member Seyed Mohammad Marandi dismissed the US invitation, stating that although the request came from the Trump administration, Iran would not send a delegation to such a meeting. Additionally, Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref emphasized that the current situation would not be resolved through agreements or ceasefires alone, urging continued diplomatic efforts alongside strengthening Iran’s defensive capabilities.

The attack on the IRGC members and the diplomatic developments highlight the ongoing volatility in US-Iran relations, with both sides maintaining firm stances. The investigation into the shooting in Kermanshah is ongoing, and the planned talks in Doha remain uncertain given Iran’s rejection of the invitation.