Iranian state TV confirms supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead

 Iran confirms Khamenei is dead

Iranian state television has officially announced that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died. The broadcast, carried by state media early on Sunday, March 1, 2026, showed archive footage with a black mourning banner and declared his death to the nation. Iran also announced 40 days of national mourning. �

Gulf News +1

☑ Confirmations from multiple outlets

Iranian state TV reported Khamenei’s death at about 5:00 am local time with mourning symbols on screen. �

Hespress

Major international news outlets — including Financial Times and Al Jazeera — also report the state media statement confirming his death. �

Financial Times +1

Coverage noted reactions regionally and internationally, with ongoing military developments in the region as various forces continue to engage. �

The Business Standard

🧑‍💼 Who was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?

Khamenei was the Supreme Leader of Iran since 1989, serving as the country’s highest authority in politics, military, and religious affairs for over three decades. His position placed him above the elected branches of government and shaped Iran’s domestic and foreign policy. �

Financial Times

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