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Iran's Supreme Leader Makes First Public Appearance Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ayatollah Khamenei attended a mourning ceremony on Ashoura eve, marking his first public appearance since the Iran-Israel conflict began, amid rising tensions and casualties.

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  • Ayatollah Khamenei made his first public appearance since the Iran-Israel conflict, attending a mourning ceremony on Ashoura eve.
  • The ongoing war has resulted in over 900 deaths and thousands injured in Iran, underscoring the conflict's severe impact.
  • In retaliation for attacks, Iran launched over 550 ballistic missiles at Israel, resulting in 28 fatalities.
  • Iran's president confirmed the suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency amid escalating tensions.
  • Israel initiated the conflict due to concerns over Iran's potential development of atomic weapons, complicating regional dynamics.

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Center-leaning sources frame Khamenei's public appearance as a significant event amidst ongoing conflict, emphasizing his visibility to supporters. They convey a sense of urgency and gravity regarding the war's impact, while subtly reflecting skepticism about Iran's actions and the broader geopolitical implications, revealing an implicit bias towards accountability and transparency.

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As of early July 2025, Iran’s state media reported over 935 deaths, with 170 women and children among the victims, though no official military-civilian breakdown was provided. Israel reported 28 killed, mostly civilians, and over 3,000 injured, with significant displacement and property damage.

Israel launched attacks on Iran’s military leaders, nuclear scientists, enrichment sites, and ballistic missile program on June 13, 2025, to prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring nuclear weapons and amassing long-range arms.

Iran retaliated by launching over 500 ballistic missiles and around 1,100 drones at Israel. These strikes resulted in 28 fatalities (mostly civilians), over 3,000 injured, and significant damage to homes and infrastructure, displacing over 13,000 Israelis.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s first public appearance since the conflict began marks a show of leadership and national unity during a major crisis, potentially aiming to reassure the public and project resolve.

The suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) limits international oversight of Iran’s nuclear activities, raising global concerns about transparency and the potential for further nuclear developments.

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