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Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Critical, President Offers Resignation

8/8/2026

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Khamenei Critical Condition

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reported in critical condition, with President Masoud Pezeshkian saying direct communication was “very difficult” on August 5.
Anonymous sources cited by IranWire and Israeli outlets said Khamenei’s health is “extremely serious” and that his death would not be surprising.
CNN and The New York Times said Khamenei has a foot fracture, facial injuries near his left eye, and leg wounds that limit mobility.

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Iran Stalls Peace

U.S. talks on a permanent peace deal have stalled because mediators cannot identify the Iranian official with authority to commit.
Hard-line clerics and senior Revolutionary Guard commanders are divided, leaving Tehran’s decision-making fragmented at a critical moment.
President Masoud Pezeshkian offered his resignation, prompting Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to reportedly warn he would accept it if resubmitted.

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Khamenei Critical Condition

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reported in critical condition, with President Masoud Pezeshkian saying direct communication was “very difficult” on August 5.
Anonymous sources cited by IranWire and Israeli outlets said Khamenei’s health is “extremely serious” and that his death would not be surprising.
CNN and The New York Times said Khamenei has a foot fracture, facial injuries near his left eye, and leg wounds that limit mobility.

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