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Iranian-Americans celebrate reported death of Khamenei

Thousands of Iranian-Americans celebrate the reported killing of the Islamic regime’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in American and Israeli strikes earlier in the day, in Washington, D.C., U.S., on February 28, 2026. Many demonstrators have waited decades for this moment, but it remains unclear who or what will follow Khamenei’s death. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13385405
Date taken: 28 February 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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