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Iran MFA denies health concerns about Mojtaba Khamenei amid speculation

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Mojtaba Khamenei (presumed successor to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei) is in good health, responding to apparent speculation about his condition. The statement notably references ongoing military operations as explanation for lack of public appearances. Unclear what specific health rumors prompted the denial or what military operations are referenced.