
Iranian dictator Ali Khamenei "is likely dead", Israeli media has reported, citing a source, as mystery surrounds the fate of the Ayatollah following US strikes on the country.
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Ali Khamenei’s long tenure has had a defining impact on Iran’s political system and its position in the region. As Supreme Leader, he has shaped the country’s domestic governance, guided its regional strategy, and overseen its responses to international pressure, including nuclear negotiations and conflicts involving Iran’s allies and rivals. His authority extends across all major state institutions, allowing him to influence Iran’s political direction and its broader role in Middle Eastern and global affairs.
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