May 20, World (LNW): In a tragic turn of events, Iranian media has reported the death of President Ebrahim Raisi following a helicopter crash in a mountainous region in northwestern Iran.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday (19), has not yet been officially confirmed by Iranian authorities.
“The president of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi, had an accident while serving and performing his duty for the people of Iran and was martyred,” state media The Mehr News Agency announced.
This statement was echoed by several other media outlets within the country, adding to the gravity of the situation.
Details surrounding the crash remain sparse, with no official statement from the Iranian government or confirmation from President Raisi’s office.
The region where the crash occurred is known for its challenging terrain, which may have contributed to the tragic accident.
