Iran's state media confirm Khamenei's death

Iran's state media confirm Khamenei's death

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The Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) has confirmed that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed on the morning of February 28.

According to Ukrinform, the agency reported this on Telegram.

The country's government has announced 40 days of nationwide mourning and seven days of official holidays.

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Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

On February 28, the United States and Israel carried out joint strikes on the Iranian regime's facilities.

Iran retaliated with strikes on U.S. bases in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Jordan.

Photo: irna.ir

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