Iran's Foreign Minister on Monday said that 'the Angel of Death has brought justice' following the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. The statement comes after the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson earlier celebrated Graham's death, and a senior IRGC official claimed responsibility.
At 11:33 Jerusalem time on Monday, Iran's Foreign Minister issued a statement saying "the Angel of Death has brought justice" following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham. This is the most senior Iranian official reaction to date, directly endorsing the rhetoric that earlier appeared in statements from the Foreign Ministry spokesperson and state media.
The Iranian celebration of Graham's death began Sunday (Jul 12), when state TV presenters congratulated the public, called him a "warmonger" who "went to hell," and repeated the news multiple times, with one presenter saying "the news is so good I want to read it to you again." The Foreign Ministry spokesperson at 11:14 Monday called Graham a "hot-headed and sharp-tongued" individual and said "the Angel of Death is just." An unverified claim from a senior IRGC official at 10:15 Monday asserted responsibility for the death.
As The Zioneer reported, Prime Minister Netanyahu contrasted Israeli mourning with Iranian celebrations. Other figures, including Reza Pahlavi, eulogized Graham. The Iranian regime's statements underscore its hostility toward the senator, whom it accused of supporting Israeli "aggression." The FBI is assisting in the investigation but has not cited evidence of foul play.
The IRGC's claim of responsibility remains unverified and has not been confirmed by U.S. or Israeli officials. The cause of Graham's death has not been officially disclosed.
8 developments
- StrongKayhan editor writes to 'Angel of Death' over Graham's death, threatens McConnell and Trump
- DevelopingSenior IRGC official claims responsibility for Graham's death in letter to 'Angel of Death'
- DevelopingAnalysis: Iran's Shiite leadership may view Graham's death as divine intervention, dimming flexibility toward US
- DevelopingSenator Lindsey Graham responds to photo calling for his elimination at Khamenei funeral
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