Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has declared five days of public mourning following a tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of President Ebrahim Raisi, the country's foreign minister, and seven others. The announcement was made through a message conveyed by Iran's state news agencies.
In his message, Khamenei expressed deep condolences for the loss of the individuals in the helicopter crash. He also confirmed that Iran's first Vice President, Mohammad Mokhber, has assumed the responsibility of managing the executive branch in the wake of the tragedy.
Furthermore, Khamenei outlined the next steps to be taken in the aftermath of the incident. He stated that Vice President Mokhber is tasked with coordinating with the heads of the legislative and judicial branches to facilitate the election of a new president within a maximum period of fifty days.
The sudden and tragic loss of President Raisi and other high-ranking officials has sent shockwaves through Iran, prompting a period of national mourning and reflection. The country now faces the challenge of transitioning to new leadership while grappling with the grief and uncertainty brought about by the helicopter crash.
As Iran navigates this difficult period, the world watches closely to see how the nation will move forward and what impact the loss of key leaders will have on its domestic and international affairs.
