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IRAN-ISRAEL CONFLICTIran state TV confirms Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death, reports family also killed

March 1, 2026

Iran's state media has confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a joint US-Israel strike. Alongside Khamenei, his daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter were also reported dead. The Iranian government has declared 40 days of mourning and a national holiday following the leader's death, which marks a significant turning point in Iranian politics.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. File

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, died at the age of 86.
His daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter were killed in the same US-Israel strikes.
Iran has declared 40 days of mourning and a seven-day national holiday.
US President Donald Trump confirmed Khamenei's death and criticized his leadership.
Khamenei had been in power since 1989, significantly shaping Iran's political landscape.

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IRAN-ISRAEL CONFLICTIran state TV confirms Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death, reports family also killed

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