Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's newly elevated Supreme Leader, is reportedly unconscious and undergoing treatment for a severe medical condition in Qom, according to a report by The Times citing an intelligence assessment.
The report, published Tuesday, states that a diplomatic memo based on intelligence inputs from the United States and Israel indicates that Khamenei is incapacitated and unable to participate in governance.
The assessment has reportedly been circulated among Western and regional intelligence networks, with the National Security Agency and Iran's diplomatic representation in Washington being contacted regarding the memo.
The development comes amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, with Donald Trump issuing a drastic ultimatum to Iran demanding a deal to end the conflict by 8 pm Eastern Time on Tuesday.
