Summary
Reports from Israeli media claim that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in US-Israeli military attacks. However, Iranian media and officials state that Khamenei is alive and in good health. There is no official confirmation from Iran about Khamenei's death.
Key Facts
- Israeli media reported that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli attacks.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mentioned signs of Khamenei's death.
- Iran's Tasnim and Mehr news agencies reported Khamenei is still active and leading.
- Iran's public relations official called the reports "mental warfare."
- Iran's Foreign Minister stated that Khamenei and other officials are in good health.
- President Donald Trump said he believed the reports of Khamenei's death were correct.
- The strikes on Iran targeted 24 provinces, reportedly killing at least 201 people.
- Iran launched counter attacks against US and Israeli targets in response.
