Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, appeared publicly for the first time since Israel's intensified military actions against Iranian targets, including prominent leaders. He attended Ashura ceremonies in Tehran, where others voiced unwavering commitments to resistance despite targeted killings. Prior to this, Khamenei's limited public presence raised concerns about his safety, as US President Trump mentioned attempts to prevent Israeli attacks on him. While the Iranian military faced substantial losses, Khamenei claimed Iran had emerged victorious, a sentiment echoed by other officials in response to ongoing tensions with Israel and the US.
Khamenei's first public appearance since the war saw him at a mosque, emphasizing Iran's commitment to resistance and showing defiance against Israel's targeted actions.
Despite Khamenei's retreat into seclusion and speculation about his safety, he proclaimed Iran's victory over Israel, which state officials echoed publicly.
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