01.03.2026 23:34
In the attack that resulted in the death of Iran's Religious Leader Ali Khamenei, it was announced that two more members of his family were killed. According to official sources, Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei and his 14-month-old grandson also lost their lives in the bombardment. The attack, which targeted high-ranking leadership and family members, is considered a development that could fundamentally shake both the political balance and the social atmosphere in Iran.
Following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, it was announced that family members also lost their lives in the attacks. Iranian official sources reported that Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei, who is seen as his successor, and his 14-month-old granddaughter Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani also lost their lives.
According to news from Iranian state media, leadership centers and security points were targeted in an airstrike carried out by the U.S. and Israel. It was noted that some names from Khamenei's family were also among the casualties, and the fact that the youngest victim was just a 14-month-old child caused a significant outcry in the country.
HE WAS REFERRED TO AS A SUCCESSOR
Mojtaba Khamenei, who has been considered influential in the power balances in Iran for a long time, was among the potential candidates for the religious leadership in political circles. The news of his death further complicated the leadership transition process in Iran.
THEY WERE DECLARED MARTYRS
The state television announced that the family members who lost their lives in the attack were declared "martyrs." A 40-day national mourning period was declared across the country.