Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash

Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdullah were killed in a helicopter crash in Iran. The accident happened in Iran’s East Azerbaijan. The rescue operation in yesterday evening’s accident was difficult and heavy fog also made it a challenge. President Ibrahim Raisi is referred to as the successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khomeini.

The helicopter carrying Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdullah crashed in East Azerbaijan. A little while ago, the wreckage of the helicopter was found during the search. Raisi’s body has not been found, while the Red Crescent said there was no sign of anyone aboard the helicopter escaping.

Raisi’s helicopter crashed while returning from the inauguration of Qiz Kalasi Dam in Iran-Azerbaijan border area. Three helicopters accompanied the President. . The other two helicopters also returned safely.