Iranian Official Television Confirms Death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iranian official television has confirmed that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has died following recent U.S.–Israeli military strikes. The announcement was broadcast nationwide, declaring a 40-day period of national mourning.

The confirmation follows earlier reports from U.S. and Israeli officials that Khamenei had been killed in the attacks on Tehran. The strikes marked a major escalation in regional tensions, targeting senior Iranian leadership and military infrastructure.

Khamenei, who led Iran since 1989, played a central role in shaping the country’s domestic and foreign policy. His death raises significant questions about succession within the Islamic Republic and the broader impact on Middle East stability.