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US-Israel attacks on Iran, day 2: Khamenei is killed, Iran retaliates

US-Israel attacks on Iran, day 2: Khamenei is killed, Iran retaliates

Summary

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in attacks by the United States and Israel, leading to Iranian retaliation against Israeli and U.S. military targets. Over 200 people have died in Iran, and Iranian supporters are mourning. President Trump has warned Iran against further escalations.

Key Facts

  • Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, was killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli attack.
  • Iran retaliated with missile and drone strikes on Israeli military targets and U.S. bases in the Middle East.
  • Over 200 people have died in Iran across 24 provinces due to these conflicts.
  • Iranian state media confirmed the deaths of top security officials, including Ali Shamkhani and Mohammad Pakpour.
  • Iran formed a temporary council to assume leadership duties until a new leader is chosen.
  • President Donald Trump warned Iran against further attacks, threatening severe retaliation.
  • Iranian missile attacks on Israel resulted in one Israeli death and 121 injuries.
  • Israel struck over 30 targets in Iran, targeting missile and air defense systems.

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