Reports coming through state that new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and receiving treatment in Qom, according to The Times, citing an intelligence-based memo that has not been independently verified.
A diplomatic memo cited by The Times says Iran’s supreme leader is in severe condition and unable to take part in decision-making, deepening uncertainty over who is running the country.
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is incapacitated and receiving medical treatment in the Shi’ite holy city of Qom, according to The Times on Tuesday, citing a diplomatic memo said to be based on American and Israeli intelligence.
The memo allegedly states that Khamenei is unconscious and in severe condition, rendering him unable to participate in regime decision-making, though the claims have not been independently verified.