The president of Iran Ebrahim Raisi was involved in a helicopter crash that claimed his life and that of others inside the helicopter.
The weather of the place he was travelling to was reportedly bad and it was difficult to get a signal from the helicopter conveying Iran President Ebrahim Raisi who was confirmed dead due to the unimaginable helicopter crash.
Raisi is the President of Iran but not the Supreme leader of the country. His office is more of ceremonial duties where he handles domestic affairs.
Others who died alongside Iran President Ebrahim Raisi include:
Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian
Governor of Eastern Azerbaijan province Malek Rahmati
Tabriz’s Imam Mohammad Ali Alehashem
The Pilot
The Copilot
Crew Chief
Head of Security
Bodyguard
Following Iran constitution the first Vice President Mohammad Mokhber is next line for succession as temporary president till the election is conducted in the next fifty (50) days to elect a new President.