Is Khamenei hiding in a bunker? Iran's consul general to India rejects claims

Iran’s Consul General to India denied rumours that Supreme Leader Khamenei is hiding in a bunker, stating he is under security but not in hiding. The diplomat blamed foreign intelligence for unrest in Iran and claimed 3,117 deaths during protests, attributing violence to external interference. Motlagh said Iran is prepared to defend against any aggression and highlighted ongoing cooperation with India despite sanctions and unrest.