Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dies after joint US and Israeli military operation.
Khamenei death was announced by US President Donald Trump following major strikes on Iran. US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead. Trump said the killing happened through US intelligence and tracking systems working with Israel. He described Khamenei as one of the most evil people in history. Trump said this is justice for the people of Iran and for Americans and others killed or hurt by Khamenei and his group.
The strikes killed Khamenei along with other leaders. Trump said heavy and pinpoint bombing will continue through the week or as long as needed. The goal is peace in the Middle East and the world.
Iranian state media later confirmed Khamenei’s death. Reports say he was killed in his office during the attack on Saturday. Iran declared 40 days of national mourning after the event.Trump said many in Iran’s IRGC, military, security, and police forces no longer want to fight. He said they are looking for immunity. Trump repeated his statement from the night before: “Now they can have Immunity, later they only get Death!”
Trump called this the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their country. He hopes the IRGC and police will peacefully join Iranian patriots to restore the country to greatness. He said the process should start soon after Khamenei’s death and the damage from one day of strikes.The country has seen major destruction in a short time. Trump said the bombing will not stop until the objective is met.
People in Iran face a time of uncertainty after the loss of the long-time leader. Forces on the ground may shift as some seek to end fighting. The US and Israel continue operations. Regional stability remains at risk during this period.