Despite circulating reports suggesting otherwise, Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, remains “safe and sound,” according to the son of the Iranian president.
“I heard claims that Mr. Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured,” said Yousef Pezeshkian, who also serves as a government adviser. “I reached out to friends with connections, and they confirmed that, thank God, he is safe.” His statement was shared on his Telegram channel on Wednesday.
Earlier, state television referred to Khamenei as a “wounded veteran of the Ramadan war,” but no details about the alleged injury were provided.
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, assumed leadership following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, sparking widespread conflict across the Middle East. Known for maintaining a low public profile, Mojtaba has rarely appeared in public or participated in official events and has not yet addressed the nation or issued any statements since being named supreme leader on Sunday.
A report on Wednesday, citing three unnamed Iranian officials, indicated that Khamenei had “suffered injuries, including to his legs, but was alert and taking shelter in a highly secure location with limited communication.”
Zoyols will continue to follow developments closely as more information emerges about Iran’s leadership amid ongoing tensions.
