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Iran's Supreme Leader Missing for Month Amid Health Rumors

3/28/2026

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Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared publicly for a month, prompting health and leadership speculation.
Iranian officials say his absence stems from security concerns after the death of his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in a conflict with the US and Israel.
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed doubts about Khamenei's well-being and leadership, including concerns about his perceived sexual orientation.

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Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared publicly for a month, prompting health and leadership speculation.
Iranian officials say his absence stems from security concerns after the death of his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in a conflict with the US and Israel.
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed doubts about Khamenei's well-being and leadership, including concerns about his perceived sexual orientation.