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Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Dead at 86 After Joint U.S.-Israeli Strike
Key Takeaways
- Khamenei killed by approximately 30 munitions dropped on his compound
- Served as supreme leader for 37 years with no designated successor
- Israeli PM Netanyahu first announced growing signs of his death
- Iran declared 40 days of mourning and plans for temporary leadership council
- His death creates a profound power vacuum in Iranian government
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DT Editorial Team··4 min read·via defensenews.com