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Trump Criticizes Iran's Supreme Leader Reportedly Dead

Updated 2026-08-26 15:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

President Trump dismissed reports suggesting the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, stating he does not believe the leader is dead. The comments come as tensions between the U.S. and Iran remain high.

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Trump: If Ayatollah is dead, Iran 'putting on a good show'

President Trump said Wednesday he does not believe Iran’s Supreme Leader is dead after a report suggested the leader could be recently deceased or brain dead. "He was very seriously wounded, but I don't think he's dead,” Trump said in an interview with conservative commentator Glenn Beck. “And if he

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