Iran's President Disappears After Helicopter Crash: Latest Updates
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Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi in Critical Condition After Helicopter Crash
Iran's state media Irna reported on Sunday that a helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi crashed, with the country's mission to the United Nations confirming the incident. The current condition of President Raisi remains unclear.
According to Al Jazeera, the helicopter went down in the eastern region of Iran. Reuters reported that the helicopter crashed while crossing a mountainous area in the southeastern province of Kerman. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Iranian state media has not provided any updates on the condition of President Raisi or the other passengers on board the helicopter. The Iranian mission to the United Nations also did not provide any further details.
Prayers Held for President Raisi in Tehran
In a show of support, an Iranian woman was photographed praying for President Raisi in a ceremony at Vali-e-Asr square in downtown Tehran on Sunday. The ceremony was held amidst growing concerns over the President's condition.
The latest updates on President Raisi's condition and the helicopter crash will be provided as they become available.
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