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Trump says Iran's Khamenei wounded but not dead

Published 26 August 2026

President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that he does not believe Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is dead, describing him as "very seriously wounded" amid ongoing speculation about the Iranian leader's health and whereabouts. Trump made the comments during an interview with radio host Glenn Beck, addressing recent reports that had fueled uncertainty over Khamenei's status. "He was very seriously wounded. The left side of his body, the arm, the leg, the whole thing he was seriously wounded," Trump said. "But I don't think he is dead.

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