Summary
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in strikes by the United States and Israel. The Iranian government declared 40 days of mourning, and the Revolutionary Guard has begun retaliatory attacks. There have been strong international reactions to the event.
Key Facts
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, died in strikes by the US and Israel.
- Khamenei led Iran for 36 years.
- The Iranian government announced a 40-day mourning period.
- Many Iranians reportedly celebrated in the streets.
- The Revolutionary Guard has promised to retaliate and is already conducting attacks in the Gulf region.
- International bodies like the UN Security Council have reacted strongly.
- Discussions are ongoing about who will lead Iran next.
