Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and FM Amir-Abdollahian Die in Helicopter Crash
TEHRAN: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, along with their accompanying delegation, were killed in a helicopter crash, Iranian state television reported today, Monday. The tragic incident occurred as the helicopter made a “hard landing” while returning from East Azerbaijan province.
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President Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian had been attending a ceremony with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to inaugurate a joint dam project between Iran and Azerbaijan. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations and cooperation between the two nations.
The crash, which resulted in the loss of several high-ranking officials, has sent shockwaves throughout the country. Details surrounding the cause of the crash are still under investigation, with authorities working to uncover the circumstances that led to the helicopter’s hard landing.
This tragic event marks a significant loss for Iran, impacting its political landscape and diplomatic relations. The nation mourns the passing of its President and Foreign Minister, both of whom were pivotal figures in shaping Iran’s domestic and foreign policies. Further information and updates are expected as investigations continue, reported KUNA.
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