In a significant revelation, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has shared a firsthand account of the events surrounding the assassination of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Araghchi disclosed that he was present in the late Supreme Leader's office on February 28, a day characterized by high geopolitical tension. Having recently returned from negotiations in Geneva, the Foreign Minister had gone to the office specifically to report on the escalating risks of war. It was during this critical briefing that the building came under attack, leaving Araghchi as a witness to the martyrdom of the leader.
The account provides rare insight into the atmosphere within the Iranian leadership during one of the most turbulent periods of the year.
Regarding the current administration, Araghchi addressed the role of the current leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. He stated that Mojtaba Khamenei maintains full control over the country's governance, although he rarely makes public appearances due to necessary security precautions. According to the Foreign Minister, communication remains consistent, and all state bodies continue to operate effectively under his directives.
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