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Putin Condemns Killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Expresses Condolences

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and extended condolences to the Iranian government and people.

According to Russia’s state news agency TASS, President Putin described Khamenei’s death as a “reprehensible assassination.” He stated that the incident represents a serious violation of humanitarian principles and international law, and strongly condemned the act.

Putin’s remarks come amid Moscow’s previously stated opposition to U.S. and Israeli military involvement in the Middle East.

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