The MeidasTouch Podcast Ayatollah Killed by US...Iran Quickly Retaliates!
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Feb 28, 2026 Breaking reports about the Supreme Leader's death and swift, widespread Iranian retaliation. Discussion of satellite evidence and timing of the strike during religious observances. Accounts of missile and drone strikes across the Gulf, Dubai airport damage, and regional escalation risks. Notes on tanker diversions, civilian harm, and questions about legality and political reactions.
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Khamenei Killed But Regime Enduring
- Ben Meiselas reports that Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in joint U.S.-Israel airstrikes early in the conflict.
- He notes Iran had a succession plan and its retaliation accelerated across the region, including strikes on Gulf states.
Strike Timing And Satellite Evidence
- Ben describes satellite imagery and reporting that the Ayatollah's compound was destroyed, implicating a strike as the cause.
- He links the timing (Shabbat and Ramadan) and surprise nature of the strike to its immediate success in killing senior officials.
Rapid Regional Escalation And Hits
- Meiselas highlights widespread retaliatory strikes by Iran hitting Tel Aviv, Bahrain, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and more, demonstrating rapid escalation.
- He shows video claims of missile and drone hits and notes Iron Dome failures in some instances.