Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the start of a 12-day war with Israel, attending a mourning ceremony in Tehran. His absence suggested heightened security risks, as he had reportedly stayed in a bunker during the conflict due to threats against his life. Iran acknowledged over 900 fatalities in the war and damage to its nuclear facilities, while also denying U.N. inspectors access. In retaliation to Israeli attacks, Iran launched over 550 ballistic missiles at Israel, with casualties reported on both sides.
Khamenei made a public appearance during a mourning ceremony, following a prolonged absence thought to be due to heightened security amid the ongoing war with Israel.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, spent the war in a bunker as threats to his life escalated, indicating significant security concerns for him.
The Iran-Israel war has resulted in over 900 deaths in Iran, substantial damage to nuclear facilities, and serious restrictions for U.N. inspectors on site access.
Iran fired over 550 ballistic missiles at Israel in retaliation, resulting in 28 fatalities from those that managed to bypass interception.
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