Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is reportedly recovering from severe injuries sustained during an airstrike in Tehran that occurred at the start of the conflict involving US and Israeli forces, according to a report by Reuters citing individuals described as close to his inner circle.
The report said the February 28 strike targeted the Supreme Leader’s compound in Tehran on the first day of the war. It allegedly resulted in the death of his father and predecessor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and left Mojtaba Khamenei with serious injuries to his face and at least one leg. There has been no official confirmation from Iranian authorities regarding the extent of his injuries or the reported death of Ali Khamenei.
Sources cited in the report said the 56-year-old leader remains in recovery but is mentally alert. They also claimed he continues to take part in key decision-making processes through audio conferencing, including matters related to the ongoing conflict and diplomatic negotiations.
Despite his reported condition, Mojtaba Khamenei’s current whereabouts and overall ability to govern remain unclear. Speculation has increased due to the absence of verified photos, video, or audio recordings of him since the reported airstrike and his subsequent emergence in leadership discussions on March 8.
Iran has not issued any official statement confirming the details of the incident or addressing claims regarding his health.
Meanwhile, US-Iran peace talks are scheduled to take place in Islamabad, Pakistan, over the weekend. The Iranian delegation, which reportedly arrived on Saturday, includes Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, as well as defense, security, economic officials, and lawmakers.
Last month, a statement attributed to the Supreme Leader was broadcast on Iranian state television, though he did not appear on video. The message was delivered by a presenter, further fueling questions about his condition and public presence since the start of the conflict.
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