Assassination of Ali Khamenei

The assassination of Ali Khamenei, the second Supreme Leader of Iran, occurrred on 28 February 2026 during the joint U.S.–Israeli military operation which targets multiple Iranian sites and individuals. Ali Khamenei ruled Iran for over 40 years and had been known as a strong anti-American and anti-Israeli politician, plus having used the term like "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" to show opposition. Prior to the assassination, he had been targeted during the 12-day Iran–Israel war.

The assassination were planned by the U.S. and Israeli Air Forces using airstrike planes. It was done in Tehran where Khamenei was there, the assassination plan was a part of a regime change. After Khamenei died, US President Donald Trump threatened Iran not to retaliate of face consequences.

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