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Iran’s conservative President Ebrahim Raisi dies in helicopter accident

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a prominent hardliner and potential successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border. The charred wreckage of the helicopter was discovered in mountainous terrain after an overnight search in blizzard conditions.

Supreme Leader Khamenei announced that First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber would serve as interim president, with a new presidential election mandated within 50 days. The crash occurred amidst growing dissent in Iran over political, social, and economic issues, as well as international pressure on Tehran’s nuclear program and military alliances.

The crash site revealed the U.S.-made Bell 212 helicopter had collided with a mountain peak, claiming the lives of Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and other passengers. Messages of condolences poured in from regional neighbors, the European Union, and Iran-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.

Rescue teams battled harsh weather conditions to reach the wreckage, with no signs of survivors reported. The international community expressed concern and offered assistance, with the White House confirming President Joe Biden’s briefing on the incident.

Raisi, who took office in 2021, was known for his hardline stance on governance and nuclear negotiations. His sudden demise has left a void in Iran’s political landscape, with speculation on the impact it may have on the country’s future direction. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through Iran and beyond, prompting an outpouring of grief and support for the nation during this difficult time.

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