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Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Killed in US-Israel Strike — World Holds Its Breath as Tehran Vows Revenge

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Mar 1, 2026 — 1 min read

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The world woke up to earth-shaking news on Sunday: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86 years old, has been confirmed dead after a coordinated airstrike by the United States and Israel struck his compound in downtown Tehran. Iranian state media confirmed the death, while US President Donald Trump announced it on social media, calling it a chance for Iranians to 'take back' their country.

Satellite photos from Airbus showed the Tehran compound heavily bombed. Iran's state TV said Khamenei was killed at his office, framing it as proof he 'stood among the people and at the forefront of his responsibilities.' Several of his family members, including a daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, and grandchild, were reportedly also killed in the strike.

Iran wasted no time retaliating. The Cabinet declared the 'great crime will never go unanswered,' while the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard threatened its 'most intense offensive operation' ever. Missiles and drones were launched against Israeli targets and US military installations across the Persian Gulf, with casualties reported in the UAE, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar.

The joint military operation reportedly targeted Iran's nuclear facilities, missile sites, and key military infrastructure. Trump warned of continued 'heavy and pinpoint bombing' throughout the week, justifying the assault as necessary to disable Iran's nuclear capabilities. Eyewitnesses in Tehran told the AP that some residents were actually cheering from rooftops and blowing whistles.

For Filipinos, the crisis hits close to home — thousands of OFWs live and work across the Middle East. President Marcos has directed the DFA and DMW to implement emergency measures, and the DND and AFP are on standby for possible evacuation operations. As of Sunday morning, no Filipino casualties have been reported.

Source: Manila Bulletin / AP

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