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Russian President Vladimir Putin denounces the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family in US-Israeli airstrikes, calling it a cynical breach of moral and international law.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday condemned the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family, describing the act as a “cynical violation of moral and legal norms.”
In a condolence message addressed to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and released by the Kremlin, Putin expressed deep sympathy over the deaths.
Khamenei’s Death Confirmed by Iranian Media
Iranian state media confirmed that the 86-year-old leader was killed on Saturday in airstrikes carried out by Israel and the United States, marking a historic escalation in Middle East tensions.
Putin Praises Khamenei’s Legacy
Putin hailed Khamenei as an “outstanding statesman” who played a key role in strengthening ties between Moscow and Tehran.
The Russian leader also extended condolences to the Iranian leadership and citizens, adding:
