Fars News Confirms Death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Amid U.S.-Israeli Strikes
Fars News Agency, affiliated with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, has confirmed the death of Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran. The report was published early Sunday, March 1.
According to the agency, Khamenei was present in his office at the time of the joint strikes carried out by the United States and Israel. Details surrounding the exact circumstances of his death have not yet been independently verified.
The report states that Iran’s cabinet has declared 40 days of national mourning and seven days of public holiday following the incident. Officials have not yet released further information about succession or immediate political arrangements.
Earlier, Fars News had also confirmed the deaths of Khamenei’s daughter, son-in-law, and grandchild during strikes that reportedly took place on Saturday morning.
The developments mark a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict, with regional governments and global powers closely monitoring the situation for potential political and security fallout.
Ali Khamenei had served as Iran’s Supreme Leader since 1989, holding ultimate authority over the country’s political, military, and religious institutions. His position made him the most powerful figure in the Islamic Republic.
The confirmation of his death comes amid intensifying hostilities between Iran and a U.S.-Israeli alliance, raising concerns about leadership transition, internal stability, and the possibility of a wider regional confrontation.
The situation remains fluid, with international observers awaiting official statements from Tehran regarding succession and the broader implications for Iran’s governance and regional posture.
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