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Prolonged public absence of Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei raises leadership stability concerns
South China Morning PostLO·IR·about 19 hours ago
Ayatollah Khamenei has issued a written directive emphasizing social cohesion, marking another instance of communication via text rather than public appearance. The leader has not been seen or heard directly since sustaining injuries during an alleged US-Israel strike six months ago, fueling uncertainty regarding the stability of the Iranian leadership structure.
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