The Iranian Supreme Leader shows the first public appearance since the war

The supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khawni, came out of the hiding on Saturday to attend a religious ceremony, which represents his first public appearance since the war began between 12 days between Israel and Iran.

Why do it matter

The public in the emergence of my crude indicates a possible shift in the position of Iran in the wake of a devastating conflict. American forces witnessed the bombing of three main nuclear sites and led to more than 900 Iranian deaths.

His decision to appear from what the sources describe as a “hideout of the hideout” indicates either an increase in confidence in its security or the political necessity to show the power to its people during a great religious period.

This timing coincides with Iran’s controversial suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and reports of major Internet disturbances throughout the country, indicating continuous tensions and possible preparations for future diplomatic or military developments.

What do you know

The 86 -year -old leader appeared at a mourning party on the eve of Assyria in a mosque next to his office and staying in Tehran, where government television shown him waving and leading to a crowd chanting that rose to his feet at his entrance.

The absence of Khamanni during the recent conflict indicated increasing security interests for the Iranian leader, who maintains the final authority in all state issues. The ceremony was held under heavy security, as Iranian officials, including the Speaker of Parliament, attended. There was no immediate report on any general statement he made during the event.

The 12 -day war began when Israel launched strikes for fear that Iran was developing atomic weapons, targeting defense regimes, military officials and atomic scientists. In revenge, Iran launched more than 550 ballistic missiles in Israel, with most of them objected, killing 28 people. The United States then bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities in Ford, Natanz, and Asphan, which President Donald Trump described as a “complete blur.”

Iran has recognized severe damage to its nuclear facilities and was deprived of reaching the United Nations inspectors. On Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Bezishian signed a law suspending cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, after he voted parliament in favor of the bill.

The ceremony was attended by Khounai, the anniversary of the martyrdom of the Prophet Muhammad in the seventh century Muhammad, a pivotal event in the Shiite Islam that created the historical rift between Sunni and Shiite Muslims.

What people say

US State Department spokeswoman Tami Bruce said last week: “It is unacceptable that Iran has chosen to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency at a time when it has a window of opportunities to reflect the path and choose the path of peace and prosperity.”

“Iran must fully cooperate, without further delay,” she added.

President Donald Trump addressed the Iranian Supreme Leader during a White House press conference in June: “Look, you are a man with great faith. A man with great respect in his country. You have to say the truth. You have been beaten to hell.”

Supreme Leader Khounai said in the previous statement that Tehran had threw: “A slap to America’s face” by hitting an American air base in Qatar, with a warning of more attacks by the United States or Israel.

What happens after that

The extent of damage to Iranian nuclear facilities is still unclear, as well as whether enriched uranium or centrifugal has been transferred before the attacks.

Iran’s willingness to continue negotiations with the United States on its nuclear program is now a question, especially after the Trump offer to restart diplomacy immediately.

Reports from the Associated Press contributed to this article.