Iran has formed a three-member interim council to lead the country following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to the state news agency IRNA, Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. The temporary council includes the country’s president, the head of the judiciary, and a jurist from the Guardian Council, who will collectively assume all leadership responsibilities.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, aged 86, became Iran’s Supreme Leader in 1989 after the death of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic. As Supreme Leader, Khamenei held ultimate authority over Iran’s political, military, and religious institutions, as well as domestic and foreign policy. The position of Supreme Leader was created after the 1979 revolution and enshrined in the constitution to grant absolute power to a top religious figure above the president and parliament.

The Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body, is formally responsible for selecting the Supreme Leader. The formation of the interim council marks the beginning of a transitional phase in Iran’s leadership structure.

Iran has plunged into mourning after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint United States and Israeli attack, according to Iranian media reports. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement expressing deep grief and condemning the killing, calling it proof of Khamenei’s legitimacy and service to the nation. The statement, published by the Fars news agency, warned that the Iranian nation’s hand of revenge would not spare those responsible.

Fars, an IRGC-affiliated outlet, reported that Khamenei was killed early Saturday while on duty in his office. The attack also claimed the lives of his daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter. Following the incident, the Iranian government declared 40 days of national mourning and announced a seven-day public holiday.

The IRGC’s statement and subsequent government actions signal a period of heightened tension and possible retaliation against the United States and Israel, as Iran’s leadership and public institutions prepare to respond to the loss of their top leader.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on Sunday, March 1, 2026, according to reports from Iran’s Tasnim and Fars news agencies cited by Al Jazeera. Tehran later confirmed the martyrdom of Khamenei and several senior officials following a missile strike on a government complex in central Tehran. The attack occurred after U.S. and Israeli intelligence reportedly exchanged detailed information about Khamenei’s location and movements.

Khamenei, 86, became Iran’s Supreme Leader in 1989 after the death of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and held ultimate authority over the country’s political, military, and religious institutions. His leadership was strongly supported by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Basij militia. The position of Supreme Leader, created after the 1979 revolution, grants absolute power over the president and parliament.

According to The New York Times, the CIA had tracked Khamenei for months and shared precise intelligence with Israel, prompting a change in the timing of the strike. The attack targeted a complex housing Iran’s top leadership, including the president and national security officials, marking a major escalation in regional tensions.

All flights from Bangladesh to the Middle East have been suspended due to escalating conflict and tension in the region, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Many of the affected travelers are expatriate workers and passengers with connecting flights to Europe and America. On Saturday night, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury visited the airport to assess the situation and oversee assistance measures.

During a press briefing, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called the minister to inquire about the condition of stranded passengers and the government’s response. The minister assured him that the ministry and the Civil Aviation Authority were jointly arranging food and accommodation for the affected travelers. According to Ariful Haque, 50 passengers were housed under the ministry’s management, while Civil Aviation arranged lodging for 800 more.

Flights remain suspended following the closure of Middle Eastern airspace, including Iran’s, and the government has organized hotel stays and transport for passengers whose flights were canceled. The resumption of flights remains uncertain until the regional situation improves.

Iran’s state-run Tasnim and Mehr news agencies reported that the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is alive and in good health. The confirmation came after conflicting international reports claimed that Khamenei had been killed.

Earlier, Reuters cited a senior Israeli official who alleged that Khamenei’s body had been found following a joint U.S.-Israeli strike on February 28. The official claimed that the Iranian leader was killed in the attack and his body recovered. In contrast, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told NBC that nearly all Iranian officials remain alive, healthy, and in safe locations.

The contradictory statements have created uncertainty over the situation in Iran’s leadership, with state media emphasizing Khamenei’s wellbeing while foreign sources continue to assert his death.

Inquilab Manch organized a protest march in Uttara, Dhaka, on Saturday evening to denounce attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel. The demonstration, led by the group’s member secretary Abdullah Al Jaber, began after iftar and moved through several streets in the area. Participants included members of the organization as well as people from various professions.

Protesters chanted slogans condemning the assaults on Iran and demanding an end to aggression in the Middle East. They also called for justice in the killing of Shaheed Sharif Osman Bin Hadi and demanded punishment for perpetrators of a rape incident in Narsingdi. The streets of Uttara echoed with chants expressing anger over foreign intervention and domestic injustices.

The event reflected growing public sentiment against international military actions and local crimes, as expressed through coordinated street demonstrations in the capital.

A senior Israeli official has claimed that the body of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been found. According to the official, who spoke to Reuters, Khamenei was killed on Saturday, February 28, during a joint military strike carried out by the United States and Israel, and his body has since been recovered.

In contrast, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told NBC that nearly all Iranian officials are alive, healthy, and in safe locations. The conflicting statements have created uncertainty over the actual situation in Iran following the reported attack.

The report also mentioned that an Israeli military spokesperson claimed seven senior Iranian officials were killed, while other regional reports noted casualties and injuries in related incidents.

The Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) staged a protest on Saturday, February 28, in front of the university proctor’s office after posters of the banned Chhatra League appeared across the campus overnight. DUCSU leaders demanded that the administration identify those responsible through CCTV footage within 24 hours and bring them under legal action, warning of tougher programs if their demand is not met.

The protest, led by DUCSU Social Service Secretary A.B. Zubair, accused the administration of negligence and alleged that the banned group had previously carried out provocative activities on campus. The posters, calling for the release of all Chhatra League political prisoners, were seen at several key university locations, including Madhur Canteen, the central library, and Curzon Hall. A video showing the poster activity was reportedly shared on social media by the banned group’s DU branch president.

Proctor Professor Saifuddin Ahmed said security officers had been instructed to verify the identities of on-duty guards and investigate how the posters were placed despite their presence. DUCSU leaders also expressed concern over recent incidents of violence against women and children in different districts and demanded swift justice.

Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizens Party (NCP), announced that a reform council will be established swiftly in the upcoming parliament. He stated that all laws and ordinances passed by the interim government would be granted indemnity and expected parliamentary approval. He made these remarks on Saturday at the party’s first founding anniversary iftar gathering held at Abahani Field in Dhanmondi, Dhaka.

Nahid emphasized that the NCP continues its struggle to abolish fascism and fully establish democracy, including implementing the July Charter and the results of the public referendum. He said justice for fascists, perpetrators of mass killings, and enforced disappearances is essential. The party’s slogan, he noted, is “revolution, alternative, and reconstruction,” reflecting its vision to rebuild Bangladesh through alternative political strength.

Addressing party members, Nahid expressed hope that local government elections would be held soon and urged NCP activists nationwide to prepare. He added that although the party won six seats in the recent election, it aims to expand its achievements in the coming days.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may no longer be alive. In a brief message reported by Reuters and AFP, Netanyahu said that available information increasingly suggests the Iranian “dictator” is gone, though he could not confirm Khamenei’s death. He also appeared to signal Iranians to begin protests following this claim.

Earlier the same day, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that, to his knowledge, Khamenei is alive. Araghchi made the comment during a live appearance on NBC News after the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran. The conflicting statements have added uncertainty to the situation surrounding Iran’s leadership.

The reports come amid heightened regional tension following the joint U.S.-Israeli strikes that reportedly killed 201 people in Iran, according to the source.

Islami Chhatra Shibir has demanded justice for what it described as a nationwide massacre following the February 28, 2013 verdict against Allama Delawar Hossain Sayeedi. In a joint statement issued on Saturday, the organization’s central president Nurul Islam and secretary general Sibgatullah Sibga called for recognition of those killed, rehabilitation of affected families, and prosecution of those responsible.

The statement said the 2013 verdict by the International Crimes Tribunal sparked widespread protests across Bangladesh, which were met with violent attacks by law enforcement and ruling party supporters. Shibir alleged that at least 70 people, including women and children, were killed on that day, and the death toll rose to over 150 in the following days. The group cited former opposition leader Begum Khaleda Zia and international organizations such as Human Rights Watch as having condemned the violence at the time.

Shibir leaders urged the current government to ensure justice, provide state recognition to the victims, and rehabilitate affected families to end what they termed a legacy of impunity.

Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) president Md Rakibul Islam Rakib announced that the organization will work to realize its July-August aspirations and demands under the leadership of the newly formed government. He made the remarks on Saturday, February 28, during an iftar and prayer gathering organized by the Kabi Nazrul Government College unit of JCD.

Rakib stated that the pledge taken during the July movement and the mass uprising remains alive among them, emphasizing that they will not retreat from that commitment. He called for unity across all groups to fulfill the aspirations of the mass uprising and to contribute to building a new Bangladesh.

The event was attended by Kabi Nazrul Government College Principal Professor Mohammad Habibur Rahman, Teachers’ Council Secretary Abdullah Al-Mahmud, Dhaka South BNP Joint Convener (Office Secretary) Saidur Rahman Mintu, and several former and current leaders of the college unit.

An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson accused the United States of betraying diplomacy after Washington launched another attack against Iran while the two countries were engaged in negotiations. The spokesperson said this was the second time in less than a year that the U.S. had acted against Iran during diplomatic talks.

The statement reflects Tehran’s frustration with what it views as contradictory U.S. behavior—pursuing dialogue while simultaneously taking hostile actions. The spokesperson’s remarks underscore ongoing tensions between the two nations and highlight the fragile state of their diplomatic engagement.

The accusation suggests that Iran sees the latest U.S. move as undermining trust in the negotiation process, though no further details about the attack or the talks were provided in the statement.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said his party does not want to act as a conventional opposition in parliament but aims to make it a meaningful center for fulfilling public aspirations. He made the remarks on Saturday at an iftar event organized by Jamaat-e-Islami at the China Friendship Conference Center in Dhaka, attended by Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman and other political leaders.

Dr. Rahman described the day as significant for two reasons: the anniversary of a past mass uprising and remembrance of Allama Delwar Hossain Sayeedi, who was sentenced to death in 2013. He recalled the protests and casualties that followed and expressed gratitude to former opposition leader Khaleda Zia for condemning the killings. He emphasized that both government and opposition must act responsibly to advance the nation.

He added that parliament should not be a place for personal attacks but a forum for solving national problems. Rahman called for cooperation between government and opposition to reform outdated laws and build a respected, developed nation.

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has called on party leaders and activists to begin preparations for the upcoming local government elections following the national polls. Speaking on Saturday evening in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi during an iftar event marking the party’s first founding anniversary, he expressed hope that the local elections would be held soon and urged members to get ready.

Nahid Islam stated that the NCP’s journey began from a mass uprising and that the party aims to strengthen its grassroots base. He noted that the NCP won six seats in the national election but remains determined to expand its success. Reflecting on the party’s first year, he said it had gained valuable experience and emerged as an alternative force to help shape the future of Bangladesh.

He further emphasized that the party’s politics focus on ending fascism and fully establishing democracy. Nahid reiterated the NCP’s commitment to justice for victims of past atrocities and to continuing the struggle for reform, implementation of the July Charter, and realization of the people’s mandate through referendum.