Iran health official says supreme leader suffered only ‘superficial’ wounds in US-Israel strike
An Iranian health official reported that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei sustained only superficial injuries from US-Israeli strikes in February. Khamenei has not made a public appearance since his appointment in March, leading to health speculations. The official stated that the injuries did not require significant medical intervention and that Khamenei was discharged shortly after treatment.
- ▪Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei suffered superficial injuries to his face, head, and legs.
- ▪He has not appeared publicly since being named supreme leader on March 8.
- ▪The health official described the injuries as not serious and requiring minimal treatment.
- ▪Khamenei was discharged from the hospital on March 1 after his injuries were treated.
- ▪Iran's President met with Khamenei on May 7, indicating he is still active in leadership.
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- ▪ Iran health official says supreme leader suffered only 'superficial' wounds in U.S.-Israel strike — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ Iran negotiations slowed by supreme leader’s isolation: U.S. officials — Washington Examiner
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Iran health official says supreme leader suffered only ‘superficial’ wounds in US-Israel strikeSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxMr Mojtaba Khamenei, has not appeared publicly since he was named as Iran's supreme leader on March 8, fuelling speculation about his health.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 25, 2026, 09:10 PMUpdated May 25, 2026, 09:10 PMTEHRAN – An Iranian Health Ministry official said on May 25 the injuries suffered by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes in late February were only “superficial”, offering a rare account of the day he was wounded.The 56-year-old has not appeared publicly since he was named as Iran’s supreme leader on March 8, issuing only written statements, fuelling speculation about his health.In March, US Defence…
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