A significant development has been reported regarding the condition of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, following speculation by Donald Trump suggesting his possible demise. Reports surfaced indicating that Khamenei was flown to Moscow for a leg surgery offered by Putin after sustaining injuries in airstrikes. Trump raised doubts about Khamenei’s status, stating that his absence raised concerns about his well-being and urged him to act wisely for the benefit of his country.
An audio recording leaked later suggested that Khamenei narrowly avoided death when his residence was targeted by US-Israeli missiles. There were also reports indicating that he may have been left in a coma, lost a limb, and suffered severe internal injuries. The Director of National Intelligence in the United States, Tulsi Gabbard, disclosed that Khamenei was severely wounded in an Israeli assault.
Khamenei, the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was appointed as the new Supreme Leader but had not been publicly seen since his selection. He was allegedly a target in the same attack that killed his father, narrowly escaping the fatal strike. Reports suggest that Khamenei’s decision to step outside during the attack may have saved his life but resulted in significant injuries.
Recent reports from Kuwaiti newspaper Al-Jarida indicate that Khamenei underwent a successful operation at one of Putin’s presidential residences after being flown out of Iran. While the details are yet to be confirmed, Al-Jarida claimed to have received information from a reliable source close to the new Iranian Supreme Leader.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remarked on Khamenei’s condition, suggesting that he was wounded and possibly disfigured, implying a lack of legitimacy and fear on his part. However, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, asserted that Khamenei was in good health and effectively managing the circumstances.
Recently, Khamenei broke his silence by issuing a statement commemorating the late Iranian security official, Ali Larijani, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike. In his statement, Khamenei expressed grief over the loss and warned those responsible for the bloodshed, emphasizing the resilience of the Islamic system in the face of adversity.