The New York Times reported that Mojtaba Khamenei was seriously injured in the February 28 airstrike, with one leg undergoing three surgeries and awaiting a prosthetic. His face and lips have been severely burned, complicating his ability to speak, although he remains mentally sharp and engaged with government matters through written communications. Access to him is highly restricted for security reasons, with only handwritten messages being passed on.
HEALTHPublished 24 Apr 2026 • Published 15h ago
Mojtaba Khamenei Injured in Airstrike, Leadership Dynamics Shift in Iran
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As of April 23, 2026, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been reported as gravely wounded following a US-Israeli airstrike that killed his predecessor. He has not appeared in public since his appointment and is currently delegating decision-making to military commanders due to his severe injuries.
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