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Hegseth: Mojtaba Khamenei Injured and Likely Disfigured – Iranian Leaders 'Hiding Like Mice'

Published March 13, 2026, 14:12
Hegseth: Mojtaba Khamenei Injured and Likely Disfigured – Iranian Leaders 'Hiding Like Mice'

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's Supreme Leader, has been injured and potentially disfigured. Hegseth argued that Iranian leaders are 'hiding like mice' and that the lack of public appearances and the use of a written statement by Mojtaba Khamenei indicate fear and a lack of legitimacy. Hegseth emphasized that the death of Mojtaba Khamenei's father has created a climate of uncertainty and fear, while the written statement was an attempt to cover up the truth about his condition. This statement included threats of retaliation and continued attacks against the US. In his first written statement, Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for 'Iranian blood that has been shed' and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz. He also hinted that Iran may attack points it considers vulnerable. Hegseth described the situation in Iran as 'chaos' and highlighted the lack of transparency and the attempt to conceal the truth about the state of Iran's leadership.