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Khamenei Forms Elite Bodyguard Unit Amid Assassination Threats

6/23/2025

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Amid rising assassination threats from Israel and the U.S., Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has enlisted a secretive bodyguard unit for protection. He relies on a trusted aide for communication and has designated military successors, showcasing his determination to remain steadfast in Iran despite the looming dangers to his leadership and the Islamic Republic.

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Story summary

Amid rising assassination threats from Israel and the U.S., Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has enlisted a secretive bodyguard unit for protection. He relies on a trusted aide for communication and has designated military successors, showcasing his determination to remain steadfast in Iran despite the looming dangers to his leadership and the Islamic Republic.