US Republican Lawmakers Welcome Reports of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei’s Death, Back Joint US-Israel Strikes
Washington: Senior US Republican lawmakers welcomed reports that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed and voiced support for “Operation Epic Fury,” the joint US‑Israel military campaign targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, underscoring sharp partisan backing amid escalating Middle East conflict. Congressman Mike Lawler, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, said Khamenei’s