Iran's Foreign Minister has commented on the Supreme Leader's condition, responding to U.S. officials' claims about his injuries.
The Foreign Minister of Iran, Mr. Mohammad Javad Zarif, has expressed his views on the recent reports concerning the health of the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. According to Mr. Zarif, there is 'no problem' with the Supreme Leader's condition, refuting claims made by U.S. officials.
U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, had earlier suggested that the Supreme Leader was 'wounded and likely disfigured' following an incident during the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. While Mr. Zarif's statement seems to downplay the severity of the reports, the exact nature of the Supreme Leader's condition remains unclear.
In a related development, supporters of Ayatollah Khamenei are seen holding posters of him during public demonstrations in Tehran. This display of loyalty underscores the ongoing significance of the Supreme Leader in Iran's political landscape.