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Rare Mojtaba Khamenei video surfaces amid health rumors

10 sourcesUpdated 25 Aug 2026, 5:36 am Coverage regionsGlobal · International
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Fars News released an undated video showing Mojtaba Khamenei presiding over an academic or religious study session.

The footage includes his voice and was presented amid continuing speculation about his health and absence from public view.

Some reports cited by the coverage say Donald Trump claimed Khamenei was badly injured, while Israeli media reported he was in an extremely critical condition.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Khamenei is completely healthy and active in meetings, and other reporting says Iranian officials have maintained he is in good or perfect health.

Why it mattersUnprecedented footage provides a rare glimpse into the public profile of a key figure in Iran's political future.
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The reporting agrees that rare footage of Mojtaba Khamenei was released and that it appeared amid renewed health speculation. It also agrees the video is undated and does not by itself settle his current condition.

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What remains unresolved is when the video was recorded and whether it reflects Khamenei’s present health. The surrounding claims about his condition remain disputed across the coverage.

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The Times of India Neutral framing Provisional rating

Mojtaba Khamenei seen, heard in rare video amid health concerns

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The Times of India reports that a new undated video of Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has surfaced from Fars News, showing him presiding over an academic discussion. The publication notes that the footage aims to counter claims by US President Donald Trump and Israeli media reports alleging Khamenei is in critical condition following strikes. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has rejected these speculations, maintaining that Khamenei is completely healthy and active in meetings.

Republic World Neutral framing Reported

Iran Releases Rare Footage Of Mojtaba Khamenei, His Voice Heard Amid Health Concerns

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Republic World reports that Iran has released rare footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, capturing his voice for the first time amid ongoing speculation regarding his health and absence from public view. The publication details that the undated video, shared by Fars news agency, shows the fifty-six-year-old leader presiding over a religious academic study session and discussing the regime's Islamic Security Model. It notes that Iranian officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, have consistently maintained that Khamenei is in good health.

The Sunday Guardian Neutral framing Reported

Mojtaba Khamenei’s Voice Finally Heard As Iran Shares Rare Video Amid US-Iran War, Health Concerns – Watch

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The Sunday Guardian reports on a rare, undated video released by Iran showing Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei attending a religious academic session where his voice can be heard. The article outlines that the footage follows intense speculation regarding his health and alleged injuries sustained during US-Israeli strikes. It also details broader geopolitical tensions, including expired memorandums of understanding between Washington and Tehran, US economic sanctions announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and ongoing issues surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.