United States President Donald Trump announced that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is dead, describing the event as a major turning point in the escalating conflict in the Middle East. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump called Khamenei 'one of the most evil people in history' and portrayed his death as justice for those harmed by the Iranian government.

Trump indicated that the reported killing took place during coordinated airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel against targets in Iran. He emphasized that the operation relied on advanced American intelligence and close collaboration with Israeli forces.

Framing the development as a historic opportunity, Trump said it represents 'the single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their country.' The announcement comes amid rising regional tensions and marks a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.