Iran Releases Undated Footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Amid Health Speculation
State-linked Iranian media outlets have released undated archival video footage of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, marking the second time this month that domestic outlets have broadcast non-live footage of the leader.
State-linked Iranian media outlets have released undated archival video footage of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, marking the second time this month that domestic outlets have broadcast non-live footage of the leader. The release comes amid persistent international speculation regarding his health and continued absence from public appearances.
Newly Broadcast Archival Footage
According to reports citing Iran’s Fars News Agency and regional broadcaster Al Arabiya, the newly released footage dates back to before Mojtaba Khamenei assumed the leadership role. The video shows him surrounded by a group of individuals leading prayers prior to commencing a meeting. This release follows a similar video published earlier this month by the semi-official Mehr News Agency, which displayed Khamenei appearing in good physical health. Mehr News, operated under the Islamic Development Organisation, distributed the footage in an effort to counter reports suggesting the leader was incapacitated. Mojtaba Khamenei Meets Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian to Discuss Economy, Defence: Iranian Media.
Rumors Surrounding Physical Health
Questions regarding Khamenei's condition intensified after several Israeli media reports alleged he was in critical condition and had been hospitalized. Citing sources within the Iranian administration and internal reports, outlets including Channel 14 and The Jerusalem Post reported growing concern among Iranian officials over his health.
Iranian political figures have moved quickly to refute the claims. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian dismissed the reports, telling the ISNA news agency that Khamenei remains "completely healthy." Pezeshkian stated he had held a lengthy meeting with Khamenei earlier in August, adding that someone capable of participating in discussions lasting seven to eight hours has no health issues. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ‘Completely Healthy’: President Pezeshkian.
Iran Releases Archival Video Of Mojtaba KhameneiÂ
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in FIRST-TIME-SEEN footage
Released publicly for the first time by Iranian media, footage shows him presiding over a religious academic study session pic.twitter.com/iIIl0pLAgS
— RT Intl (@RT_on_X) August 24, 2026
Continued Absence and Leadership Context
Mojtaba Khamenei assumed the position of Supreme Leader following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during joint U.S. and Israeli military strikes on February 28. Since taking office, the younger Khamenei has maintained a low public profile and has not made live or in-person public appearances. His communications with the public and state officials have been conducted almost entirely through written statements and carefully selected pre-recorded media releases.
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