Health status of Iran's new supreme leader raises doubts: 15-second footage released

Following the US strikes on Iran, eyes have turned to the health status of the country's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. While claims that Khamenei had died or was severely wounded have spread among the public in recent days, a notable video was released in an attempt to curb these rumors.

In the 15-second footage that began to be shared rapidly on social media, Mojtaba Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian are seen sitting side-by-side in a room and talking for a while. The video in question was used by the Iranian administration to send the message that Khamenei is alive.

However, no confirmation has come from officials regarding when or where the video recording was filmed. The absence of audio in the footage and the ambiguity of the details have not completely eliminated confusion among the Iranian public. In particular, doubts about whether the video is current have sparked debates on social media.

Regional experts point out that with this move, the Iranian administration aims to create a perception of stability in domestic politics. Claims regarding Khamenei's health status have also resonated in the international arena in recent days. The country's political balances are being closely monitored in the event of a possible leadership vacuum.

News Source: 12punto