General · 15 March 2026

Trump says Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei may be dead

US actions and Iranian responses are increasing concerns about stability in the Middle East. Donald Trump told NBC News he believes Iran's leader Mojtaba Khamenei is dead, though he called this a rumour. He also wants the UK and four other countries to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran has threatened three UAE ports.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 March 2026 at 4:22

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