Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei seriously injured in joint Israel-US strike

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been seriously injured in a joint Israeli and US strike, reports Reuters, citing three sources close to him.

According to the report, the attack left his face disfigured and caused severe injuries to one or both of his legs. He is currently undergoing treatment.

One source said the 56-year-old leader is gradually recovering and remains mentally alert. Two other sources claimed he is maintaining communication with senior officials via audio conference and continues to take part in key decision-making, including discussions on the ongoing conflict and potential talks with the United States.

The reported injuries have raised questions about his physical capacity ahead of high-level Iran-US peace talks scheduled to take place in Islamabad today.

Reuters reported that this is the most detailed account so far of Khamenei’s condition in recent weeks, although it could not independently verify the claims.

The injuries are believed to have been sustained during a surprise strike on Iran on February 28 carried out by Israel and the United States, which killed several top officials, including former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Mojtaba Khamenei narrowly survived the attack.

He assumed the position of Supreme Leader on March 8 but has not appeared in public since, with no video, audio or images released.

Earlier, on March 13, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed Khamenei had been injured and possibly left disabled.

A source familiar with US intelligence assessments also told Reuters that he may have lost a leg, although the CIA has not issued any official confirmation.

Iran has yet to comment publicly on his condition.