Mar 17 • 15:23 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania 15min

"It was a matter of seconds": how Mojtaba Khamenei survived the strike

Mojtaba Khamenei narrowly escaped an attack on his residence that resulted in the death of his wife and son and severe injuries to others.

On March 17, in a report by 'The Telegraph', it was revealed that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, survived a missile strike that occurred during a meeting of high-ranking officials. The strike, attributed to Israeli ballistic missiles known as 'Blue Sparrow', targeted the complex where Khamenei resides with his family, resulting in tragic casualties including the death of Mojtaba's wife and son. The account is based on leaked information from a security official within Khamenei's protocol office, M.Hosseini.

The missile strike took place on Saturday, February 28, at 9:32 AM local time while Mojtaba had briefly stepped outside to the courtyard. According to M.Hosseini's statements, Mojtaba was just returning inside when the rocket struck, suggesting a close call that could have claimed his life as well. The timing of the attack underscores the precarious security situation surrounding high-ranking Iranian officials amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

This incident exemplifies the ongoing threat faced by individuals in the Iranian regime, particularly in the context of increasing Israeli military actions directed towards Iranian interests. The details shared from the leaked recording indicate a significant moment of vulnerability for the Khamenei family and raise questions about the safety protocols in place for Iran's top leaders. The implications of such an attack could further escalate regional hostilities and impact the broader geopolitical landscape involving Iran and its adversaries.

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