Summary
Iranian state media announced that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had been the supreme leader of Iran since 1989, died in a joint airstrike carried out by the U.S. and Israel.
Key Facts
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was Iran's supreme leader from 1989 until his death.
- His death was confirmed by Iranian state media.
- The airstrike that led to his death was a joint operation by the U.S. and Israel.
- The role of supreme leader in Iran is the highest authority in the country.
- Khamenei was involved in significant moments and changes in Iran during his leadership.
