Iran's government has declared a 40-day mourning period following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The announcement marks a significant moment for the Islamic Republic as it enters a period of state mourning for its top authority.
Iranian state media confirmed the death of a senior regime figure more than nine hours after initially announcing a scheduled live address. The delayed announcement suggests possible internal confusion or deliberation within the leadership structure.
The Iranian regime announced news that had already circulated globally for hours, accompanied by religious chants, while reports indicate widespread celebration rather than mourning among the population.
The U.S. military released videos showing precision strikes by HIMARS and ATACMS missiles against Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps air defense systems and ballistic missile facilities in western and southwestern Iran, with armed drone surveillance monitoring IRGC missile operations.
The United States and Israel have conducted another round of military strikes against Iran, according to U.S. officials.
U.S. and Israeli strikes have killed approximately 40 Iranian officials, according to intelligence and military sources who confirmed the account to CBS News on Saturday evening.
U.S. Central Command has announced it is taking "swift and decisive action" against Iran following a prior warning to the Iranian regime. The statement indicates an escalation in military response directed by U.S. leadership.
Israel and Saudi Arabia privately urged President Trump to strike Iran, with Saudi leaders warning that inaction would embolden Tehran's regime. According to a Washington Post report, both regional allies pushed the U.S. toward military action against Iran.
Satellite imagery indicates Iranian missiles and drones have struck Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, causing visible damage evidenced by heavy smoke rising from the facility.
Iranian regime forces fired on civilians who gathered in the streets to celebrate Supreme Leader Khamenei's death, according to reports from Noa Magid. The source urges people to remain vigilant and prioritize their safety.
According to the source, US and Israeli air forces are conducting strikes against Iranian security force bases and headquarters in Tehran, reportedly at the request of Iranian people and targeting units allegedly responsible for killing protesters. The strikes have reportedly eliminated hundreds of regime personnel involved in suppressing demonstrations.
A residential complex in Tehran housing hundreds of Iranian Ministry of Defense officials involved in ballistic missile development has been targeted, with fires reported at the Chamran complex. The facility is home to members of the ministry responsible for designing and producing missiles for the IRGC Aerospace Force.
Israeli and U.S. air forces are conducting military strikes against Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and special police bases in Tehran during what is being described as Operation Lion Roar. The offensive marks a significant escalation in military operations targeting Iran's security infrastructure.
Security forces in Iran's Sabzevar city reportedly opened fire on civilians celebrating the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei, with video evidence showing special police units and Basij paramilitaries attacking demonstrators on motorcycles. The incident represents a significant escalation in the regime's response to public unrest following Khamenei's elimination.