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Khamenei alive, ‘all high-ranking officials safe,’ Iran Foreign Minister after US-Israel strikes

February 28, 2026

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is alive, countering speculation following recent US-Israeli air strikes on Iranian targets. Araghchi assured that all high-ranking officials are safe and in their positions amidst escalating tensions.

Khamenei alive, ‘all high-ranking officials safe,’ Iran Foreign Minister after US-Israel strikes

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Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed Ali Khamenei is alive amidst speculation.
US and Israeli air strikes targeted Iranian nuclear facilities.
Araghchi stated all high-ranking Iranian officials are safe.
The strikes aimed to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, labeled a 'terrorist regime' by the attackers.
The situation remains under control, according to Iranian officials.

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Khamenei alive, ‘all high-ranking officials safe,’ Iran Foreign Minister after US-Israel strikes

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