Assassination attempt on Iran’s president failed, son claims

Masoud Pezeshkian survived an alleged assassination attempt during recent US and Israeli strikes, according to statements by his son reported in Turkish media.

The president’s son, Yousef Pezeshkian, said his father had been among the targets of attacks carried out by the United States and Israel but escaped unharmed and remains in good health. 

According to Yousef Pezeshkian, the attempted assassinations were unsuccessful, and other Iranian officials targeted in the strikes were also safe.

He warned that the confrontation could evolve into a prolonged conflict, describing it as a potential war of attrition and stressing that endurance and patience would be required in the period ahead.

By Tamilla Hasanova