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Mystery Surrounds First Video Showing Iran's New Supreme Leader

Published March 20, 2026, 17:10
Mystery Surrounds First Video Showing Iran's New Supreme Leader

Speculation is mounting regarding the health of Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, as a video has surfaced claiming to be his first public appearance since taking office. The video, released by Iranian television, shows Khamenei teaching religious studies to students, however, the date of filming remains unclear, raising doubts about its authenticity. Khamenei assumed leadership of Iran following the assassination of his father, Ali Khamenei, and has remained out of the public eye, fueling rumors of injury and serious illness. American media reports suggest Khamenei is “disfigured” and may be in a coma, while a Qatari outlet claims he is hospitalized in Moscow. Despite his absence, Khamenei has called for national unity and maintaining pressure on Iran's enemies by closing the Strait of Hormuz.