US Strikes Iran, Killing Supreme Leader Khamenei
March 1, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US President Donald Trump has announced that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, was targeted and killed in joint operations with Israel.
According to Israeli officials, there are indications that Khamenei’s death is imminent. However, Iranian state media have denied these claims, stating that Khamenei remains in command.
The US President has made the statement regarding Khamenei’s alleged death, while Israeli officials have expressed concerns about his well-being. The exact nature and extent of the operations that led to this claim are not yet clear.
In response to the reported killing of Khamenei, Iran has reportedly suffered at least 201 casualties. Iranian state media have confirmed that these casualties were a result of retaliatory actions taken by the country in response to the alleged attack on its Supreme Leader.
Details about the operations and their impact on regional stability are still emerging. The situation remains fluid, with multiple parties involved and varying levels of confirmation regarding Khamenei’s status.
Source: Al Jazeera