‘It’s Surreal’: Iranians in Disbelief After Supreme Leader Assassinated

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was reportedly assassinated in American and Israeli strikes. News of the event triggered contrasting reactions within Iran. Large groups of people gathered to celebrate Khamenei's death, expressing disbelief and joy. Simultaneously, other groups assembled to mourn the loss of the Supreme Leader. The reported assassination and subsequent public reactions highlight the deep divisions within Iranian society regarding its leadership. The event's impact on Iranian politics and regional stability remains to be seen.