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NewsThe HillFebruary 28, 2026United States

Trump Announces Death of Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei

President Donald Trump announced Saturday afternoon that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had died, following U.S. and Israeli strikes targeting Iran. The White House stated the strikes were aimed at achieving regime change in Tehran. This announcement came shortly after reports of the attack.

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Why It Matters

This announcement has significant implications for U.S.-Iran relations and the potential for further escalation in the Middle East.

Who's Mentioned

locationTehran“Capital of Iran”personAyatollah Ali Khamenei“Supreme Leader of Iran”organizationWhite House“Executive branch of the U.S. government”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”locationIran“Country targeted by the strikes”