New Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Incapacitated After Bombing
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New Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Incapacitated After Bombing

06 April, 2026.Iran.6 sources

Key Takeaways

  • Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and incapacitated, unable to lead Iran.
  • Intelligence memo cites American and Israeli sources about his incapacitation.
  • Iranian officials deny reports, saying he is healthy and running affairs.

Leadership Uncertainty

Mojtaba Khamenei is incapacitated and undergoing treatment for injuries sustained on the first day of the war, according to an American-Israeli intelligence memo.

The Times, the British newspaper, published new details about the health status of Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and carried details about arrangements related to the body of his late father, Ali Khamenei

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The memo described Khamenei as unconscious and in a severe condition, unable to participate in any decision-making.

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The regime officially described his wounds as minor, but multiple sources reported extensive injuries including paralysis and amputations.

Iranian officials dismissed the reports, asserting Khamenei is in good physical health and managing the country's affairs.

Intelligence Disclosure

The intelligence memorandum represented the first public confirmation of Khamenei's location and condition.

US and Israeli spy agencies are understood to have known for some time.

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The memo noted plans to build a large mausoleum in Qom for Ali Khamenei and other family members.

Iran's representation in Washington operates from within the Pakistani embassy.

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