London (NYTODAY) – New and startling details have surfaced regarding the reported attack on Iran’s leadership compound by the United States and Israel on February 28. According to a British newspaper, a leaked audio recording has provided insight into how Mojtaba Khamenei narrowly escaped the deadly strike.
The report claims that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran’s Supreme Leader, had stepped out of the compound shortly before the missile attack occurred. This unexpected absence is believed to have saved his life. The strike reportedly took place at 9:32 a.m. local time and was aimed at targeting senior Iranian leadership figures, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his close family members.
According to the leaked audio, the recording features Mazahir Hosseini, the head of protocol in Ayatollah Khamenei’s office, addressing a meeting in Tehran on March 12. During his remarks, Hosseini allegedly described the sequence of events leading up to the attack and confirmed that Mojtaba Khamenei was not present at the exact moment of impact.
The report further states that although Mojtaba survived, he sustained a minor leg injury during the incident. Tragically, his wife, Zahra Haddad Adel, and their son were reportedly killed in the strike. These claims, however, have not yet been independently verified by official Iranian sources, raising questions about the accuracy of the leaked material.
The attack itself is said to have been highly coordinated, with multiple sections of the leadership compound targeted simultaneously. Among the locations struck were residential quarters belonging to several members of Ayatollah Khamenei’s family, indicating a deliberate attempt to inflict maximum damage on Iran’s top leadership structure.
Analysts suggest that if confirmed, such an operation would represent a significant escalation in regional tensions, potentially triggering wider geopolitical consequences. The alleged targeting of high-profile figures could intensify hostilities between Iran and its adversaries, further destabilising an already volatile Middle East.
Security experts also note that the timing of Mojtaba Khamenei’s departure raises questions about whether there was prior intelligence or coincidence involved. While some speculate about a possible security breach or advance warning, no concrete evidence has emerged to support these theories.
As of now, neither US nor Israeli officials have publicly commented on the claims outlined in the report. Similarly, Iranian authorities have remained largely silent, which has only fuelled speculation and debate across international media.
The leaked audio continues to circulate among journalists and analysts, but its authenticity remains under scrutiny. Until verified, the details should be treated with caution, although they provide a rare glimpse into the alleged events surrounding one of the most sensitive incidents involving Iran’s leadership in recent times.