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NYT: CIA Located Ayatollah Khamenei's Position Before Strike

Published March 1, 2026, 12:08
NYT: CIA Located Ayatollah Khamenei's Position Before Strike

According to a New York Times report, the CIA had located the position of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, prior to the strike that led to his death. The CIA had been monitoring Khamenei for months, knowing his residence and habits. Recently, intelligence revealed he would be attending a meeting of high-ranking officials in Tehran, leading to collaboration with the US and Israel to plan the attack. Precise knowledge of Khamenei's location allowed for the adjustment of the attack timeline, resulting in the elimination of the Iranian leader and other officials.