Khamenei Killed: Footage of Strike Released

New Delhi, March 2, 2026: — In a development that has sent shockwaves across the globe, official footage has been released documenting the high-precision aerial strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The joint operation, conducted by the United States and Israel on February 28, 2026, marks the most significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics in decades.

Following initial hours of uncertainty and conflicting reports, Iranian state media (IRIB) officially confirmed on Sunday that the 86-year-old cleric “attained martyrdom” during the assault.

Details of the Operation: “Epic Fury”

The strike, part of a broader campaign reportedly codenamed “Operation Epic Fury,” took place at approximately 8:10 AM local time in central Tehran. Intelligence sources indicate the operation was the result of months of surveillance by the CIA and Israeli intelligence, which tracked a high-level meeting of Iran’s defense council.

• The Strike: Israeli aircraft, supported by U.S. Air Force assets, reportedly dropped 30 bunker-buster munitions on a secure compound.
• Casualties: Alongside the Supreme Leader, several top-tier officials were killed, including IRGC Commander-in-Chief Mohammad Pakpour, Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh, and security adviser Ali Shamkhani.
• Family Members: Reports from the Fars News Agency also state that Khamenei’s daughter, son-in-law, and grandson were among those killed in the targeted blast.

Footage Analysis

The released footage—shared by both the U.S. Department of Defense and the IDF—shows the moment of impact with terrifying clarity.

1. Precision Targeting: The video depicts multiple munitions striking a specific reinforced structure within the Tehran compound, followed by a series of secondary explosions.
2. Daylight Execution: Uniquely, the strike was carried out in broad daylight, a move analysts suggest was intended to demonstrate total air superiority and psychological dominance.
3. Ground Impact: Satellite imagery released alongside the video shows the total collapse of the residence and significant damage to the surrounding military infrastructure.

Global and Domestic Reactions

United States & Israel U.S. President Donald Trump hailed the operation as a “defining moment for justice,” stating that the strike offers the Iranian people their “greatest chance” to reclaim their country. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu echoed these sentiments, noting that the “head of the snake” had been removed.

The Islamic Republic’s Response Tehran has declared 40 days of national mourning and a seven-day public holiday. While the nation mourns, the Iranian Supreme National Security Council has vowed “crushing revenge.” Retaliatory strikes have already been reported, with Iranian missiles targeting U.S. assets and allied nations in the Gulf, including Qatar, the UAE, and Kuwait.

Succession Crisis With no officially designated heir, Iran has moved into a state of emergency. An interim council led by Ayatollah Alireza Arafi has been established to manage state affairs until the Assembly of Experts can elect a permanent successor.

Impact on the Region

The assassination has triggered widespread protests and mourning across the “Axis of Resistance.” In regions such as Kashmir and parts of Iraq, supporters of the late leader took to the streets in condemnation. Meanwhile, global markets have reacted with volatility; oil prices surged and international stock indices saw sharp declines as the threat of an all-out regional war looms.

As the smoke clears over Tehran, the world waits to see if this decapitation strike will lead to the “regime change” Western leaders hope for, or a cycle of escalation that could engulf the entire Middle East.