Tehran responded by launching waves of missiles and drones toward Israel and several military bases in the Middle East where US forces operate.

Iranian state media has confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei in joint US-Israel strikes. Reading a statement from Iran's Supreme National Security Council, state TV outlets in Iran confirmed Khamenei's death.

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US President Donald Trump had earlier claimed that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in the joint strikes. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Khamenei as “one of the most evil people in history” and declared him dead.

Israeli officials have cited “growing signs” suggesting that Khamenei may have been killed. 

 Khamenei’s residence was reportedly targeted during the initial strikes. Satellite imagery showed significant damage to his compound. Iranian authorities initially stated that he had been moved to a secure location. Later reports suggested that the 86-year-old cleric would address the nation on state television, but no broadcast followed.

Missiles struck several areas of Tehran, including districts housing key government ministries and military installations. Iranian media reported damage to the Ministry of Intelligence, the Ministry of Defence, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, and the Parchin military complex.

According to the Fars News Agency, several missiles hit University Street and the Jomhouri district of the capital. The Mehr News Agency reported that at least two students were killed in a strike on a school east of Tehran.

Iran’s retaliatory attacks have reportedly resulted in at least 201 deaths, though independent verification of casualty figures remains pending.