Conflicting reports emerge on fate of former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the condition of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad following a shooting incident in Tehran.
Some reports claim Ahmadinejad was shot and seriously injured, while others suggest he may have died. However, no official confirmation has yet been issued by Iranian authorities.
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Conflicting reports emerge on fate of former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the condition of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad following a shooting incident in Tehran. Some reports claim Ahmadinejad was shot and seriously injured, while others suggest he may have died. However, no official confirmation has yet been issued by Iranian authorities.
