On March 2, 2026, the conflict following U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran escalated significantly after the strikes resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This development has intensified regional tensions, drawing widespread condemnation. Iranian officials declared a state of readiness for defense and asserted their right to retaliate under Article 51 of the U.N. Charter. The Iranian Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani condemned the strikes as a 'war crime' and 'crime against humanity.' U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres reiterated calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities, warning of a potential 'chain of events' that could spiral out of control. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi urged 'utmost restraint,' emphasizing concerns over nuclear safety in the region, stating, "We cannot rule out a possible radiological release with serious consequences."
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U.S. And Israeli Strikes Kill Iran'S Supreme Leader In Tehran
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Tensions soar after U.S. and Israeli strikes kill Iran's Supreme Leader, prompting calls for ceasefire and diplomacy amid fears of escalation and humanitarian crises in the region.
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