Reports Claim Iran's New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in Coma After Air Strike
Multiple media reports are circulating that Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly appointed Supreme Leader of Iran, is currently in a coma after sustaining critical injuries from an air strike. According to sources cited by The Sun, the 56-year-old son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei suffered severe wounds, including the loss of at least one leg and significant damage to his stomach or liver.
Details of the Alleged Injuries and Cover-Up Attempt
The exact timing of the incident remains unclear, with speculation that it may have occurred around February 28, the same day his 86-year-old father passed away. Despite his reported condition, Mojtaba Khamenei was not actively directing Iran's current military strategies, which have been causing turmoil in global energy markets.
In an apparent effort to conceal his true state, Iranian state television broadcast what was presented as his first public statement since assuming power. The statement, read by a news anchor, vowed that Iran would "avenge the blood of Iranians" and continue attacks on Dubai while threatening to block the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Source Reveals Smuggled Information and Hospital Details
A source in Tehran, speaking to The Sun, claimed to have smuggled out detailed information about Mojtaba Khamenei's condition, treatment, location, and security arrangements. This source reportedly bypassed Iran's near-total internet blackout to communicate with an exiled dissident based in London.
According to the source, Mojtaba Khamenei is receiving intensive care at Sina University Hospital in Tehran's historic quarter, where a section of the building has been sealed off and heavily guarded. Although not a medical professional, the source stated that members of the hospital's trauma team disclosed that Mojtaba is in "very serious" condition under the care of Dr. Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi.
The source's message included chilling details: "One or two of his legs have been cut off. His liver or stomach has also ruptured. He is apparently in a coma as well."
Official Denials and Conflicting Accounts
In contrast to these reports, Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and a government adviser, asserted that the new Supreme Leader is "safe and sound." Yousef mentioned that he sought confirmation after hearing rumors of Khamenei's injury and was reassured by friends with connections that he was unharmed.
In a Telegram post on Wednesday, Yousef wrote: "I heard news that Mr Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some friends who had connections. They told me that, thank God, he is safe and sound."
Background on the Leadership Transition
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was reportedly assassinated by US-Israeli forces during Operation Epic Fury, a military action initiated under Donald Trump. Before his death, he had allegedly set Iran's war machine on autopilot. His son Mojtaba succeeded him five days ago but has not delivered any public speeches, fueling rumors of his demise amid the ongoing conflict.
The situation remains fluid, with conflicting narratives emerging from different sources. While Iranian officials maintain that Mojtaba Khamenei is in good health, the detailed accounts from The Sun's source suggest a grave medical crisis. The international community is closely monitoring developments, as the health and stability of Iran's Supreme Leader could have significant implications for regional security and global politics.
