Commenting on Nasrallah's killing, Iranian Foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said Israel "will not rest" and the action would not go unanswered.
The unit is responsible for global terror activities outside of Lebanon and is closely aligned with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Nilforoushan was a key player in Iranian actions in the region, advising Hezbollah on military and diplomatic affairs
IDF strikes also targeted Hezbollah weapons depots and manufacturing sites in Beirut, Tyre, and the Bekaa Valley.
The Iranian hacking team, known as APT42 or Charming Kitten, is known for placing surveillance software on mobile phones.
Swedish authorities revealed that Iran hacked a messaging service last year, sending thousands of revenge messages against Quran burners in Sweden.
One of the security officials said a large-scale operation is underway by the IRGC to inspect all devices.
Iran’s new African front is a clear signal that the global chessboard is changing. US policy must adjust quickly to this reality or face greater instability in both the Middle East and Africa.
US State Department stated that they are issuing the sanctions in coordination with Australia and Canada, who are also rolling out new sanctions against those responsible for human rights violations.
An additional 150 IRGC members were also wounded in the explosions, Army Radio reported, citing the Saudi news source.