Trump: Khamenei Is Dead

U.S. and Israeli officials say Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in a joint military operation targeting senior Iranian leadership, according to multiple senior sources. President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu have both stated there are strong indications that Khamenei and much of Iran’s top command structure were eliminated, dealing a significant blow to the regime.

The reported death of the 86-year-old leader — who guided Iran’s political, military, and religious institutions for more than three decades — has created uncertainty about succession and the future direction of the country. U.S. and Israeli leaders have urged restraint from civilians during ongoing operations while suggesting the moment could catalyze internal calls for political change.

Iran has not independently confirmed Khamenei’s death, and international reactions continue to evolve.