“Cynical Murder”: Russian President Offers Deepest Condolences to Iranian Counterpart Over Khamenei Assassination

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the assassination of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, and members of his family. 

In his condolence message, Putin wrote, “Dear Mr. President, please accept my deepest condolences on the assassination of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, and his family members, committed in a cynical violation of all norms of human morality and international law.” He said that in Russia, Ayatollah Khamenei will be remembered as an exceptional statesman who made an enormous personal contribution to fostering friendly relations between Russia and Iran, elevating them to the level of a comprehensive strategic partnership.

“Please convey my deepest sympathy and support to the Supreme Leader's family and loved ones, the Iranian government, and the Iranian people,” Vladimir Putin concluded.