Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Dies After Illness

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, confirmed dead in joint US-Israeli airstrike.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the supreme leader of Iran from 1989 until his death. According to reports, he was killed in a joint air strike carried out by the United States and Israel.

Here are some key facts about Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s life and rule:

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was born on August 17, 1939, in Mashhad, Iran. He became a prominent figure in Iranian politics in the 1970s, rising through the ranks of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

In 1989, Ayatollah Khamenei succeeded Ayatollah Khomeini as the supreme leader of Iran, following his death. At the time, he was 50 years old and had been a key figure in the Iranian Revolution.

During his rule, Ayatollah Khamenei played a significant role in shaping Iran’s foreign policy and domestic politics. He has been a vocal critic of the United States and Israel, and has called for their withdrawal from the region.

Ayatollah Khamenei was also known for his conservative views on social issues, including women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights. His government has faced criticism for its human rights record, particularly in regards to the treatment of minority groups.

The circumstances surrounding Ayatollah Khamenei’s death are currently unclear. However, it is reported that he was killed in a joint air strike carried out by the United States and Israel.

Source: Al Jazeera