Iran: Big news has come out from Tehran. Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has passed away. Earlier US President Donald Trump had claimed his death, but now Iranian government media has also officially confirmed this news.
What did the Iranian media say?
According to Iran’s state television and official news agency IRNA, 86-year-old Khamenei has died. However, no detailed information has been shared as to what caused his death. Earlier, Trump had claimed that Khamenei was killed in a joint American-Israeli operation.
Emotional message after confirmation of death
An emotional message was also broadcast in Iranian media after the confirmation of Khamenei’s death. It said that the coming generations should be told that they saw an 86-year-old leader who remained firm on his ideas till his last breath. The message described him as courageous and combative, who reportedly did not compromise his stand even in difficult circumstances.
40 days of national mourning
Following Khamenei’s death, the Iranian government has declared 40 days of national mourning. Along with this, seven days public holiday has also been announced. Security has been beefed up across the country and many government programs have been cancelled.
Big claim regarding family too
According to Iranian media reports, Khamenei’s daughter, grandson and son-in-law have also been murdered. However, detailed official information regarding these claims has not been revealed yet.
Trump’s response
Donald Trump reacted on Khamenei’s death on social media platforms, calling him one of the most cruel leaders in the world. He said this is justice for the people of Iran and the countries that were affected by Khamenei’s policies.
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