Putin also emphasized that what happened is a "cynical murder that violates all norms of morality and international law." He expressed condolences to the relatives and loved ones of the deceased, as well as to the government and people of Iran.
According to available information, Khamenei became a victim of a joint attack by the USA and Israel on Iranian territory. His death was reported on the night of March 1 by US President Donald Trump, which was later confirmed by Iranian authorities.
As reported by the Fars agency, among those killed in the strike were also members of Khamenei's family, including his daughter, son-in-law, grandson, and one of his daughters-in-law.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian characterized the death of the Supreme Leader as "a declaration of open war against all Muslims" and stated the country's intention to respond to this event.
