Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Khamenei gloats over capture of US sailors, meets captors

Same day Iran says it may reinstate flights to the US, Supreme Leader meets those who kidnapped sailors and praises 'act of God.'

Khamenei hails lifting of sanctions, warns of US 'deceit'

Iranian Supreme Leader congratulates President Hassan Rouhani following lifting of sanctions over weekend, attacks US critics.

Khamenei: The Americans are trying to destroy Islam

Iran's Supreme Leader warns against Americans who, he claims, are trying to create divisions among Muslims.

Iran: We infiltrated the Mossad

Khamenei's 'Ideology Office' chief claims Tehran has gotten in the Mossad, CIA and MI6, weeks after claims that ISIS's 'IDF colonel' caught.

Iran looking for Khamenei's successor

Iran's top assembly of clerics actively looking for the country's next Supreme Leader, former president Rafsanjani reveals.

From Casablanca to Mumbai, there is only one ray of light

Iran condemns West's 'double standards' in letter to youth

Ayatollah Khamenei claims US created al-Qaeda, criticizes West for violating human rights.

Khamenei accuses US of infiltrating Iran with 'money and sex'

In televised address, Iran's supreme leader urges fellow Iranians not to fall into American 'enemy's trap.'

Iran and Russia vow to oppose attempts to dump Assad

Russia and Iran will jointly oppose "external attempts" at regime change in Syria, says the Kremlin after Putin meeting with Khamenei.

Putin in Tehran for first time in eight years

Russian president arrives in Iran to discuss mutual backing of Assad, and expanding business ties in wake of nuclear deal.

Iran to attend next round of Syria talks

Khamenei adviser confirms Iran will attend the next round of peace talks on Syria.

Iran begins blockade of US imports

Weeks after Obama begins lifting sanctions, Khamenei's orders for an 'economy of resistance' carried out in blockade of American goods.

Khamenei dismisses foreign countries' involvement in Syria

Iran's Supreme Leader says Syria's fate should be decided by elections, not a deal brokered by other countries.

Khamenei Bans Negotiations with the United States

Iran's Supreme Leader bans any further negotiations with the United States, explains the Americans harm Iran's national interests.

Khamenei Demands Saudi Apology for Hajj Stampede

Iranian Supreme Leader accuses Riyadh of 'passing the buck' in tragedy in latest barb aimed at the rival kingdom.

Khamenei Says Saudis Caused Hajj Stampede

'Government of Saudi Arabia must take huge responsibility for catastrophe,' says Iranian Supreme Leader, declaring 3 days of mourning.

Obama and World Mum as Iran Says Israel Will Cease to Exist

World leaders' silence recalls Nazi era, says ZOA.

Khamenei Backs Coulter's Twitter Rant About Jews, GOP

Iran's Supreme Leader accuses presidential candidates of trying to "satisfy Zionists" following Coulter's Twitter criticism.

Khamenei: We Won't Let America 'Infiltrate' Iran

Iran's Supreme Leader, in inflammatory speech to the Revolutionary Guards, calls for 'vigilance' against US.

Netanyahu: Iran Leaves 'No Room for Illusion' Over Deal

Iran's Supreme Leader clear that 'the US is a Great Satan and that Iran intends to destroy the State of Israel,' Netanyahu says.

Khamenei: Israel Won't Exist in 25 Years' Time

Iranian Supreme Leader declares negotiations with 'Great Satan' America limited to nuclear program alone, praises 'heroic jihadis'

White House: Sanctions Relief - Only if Iran Complies with Deal

White House spokesman says Iran will only see sanctions relief if it complies with the nuclear deal.

Khamenei: No Deal Unless All Sanctions Lifted

Iranian Supreme Leader says he wants Iran's parliament to vote on nuclear deal, warns if all sanctions not lifted Iran won't agree.

Khamenei Aide: Fighting the 'Zionist Regime' is Our Policy

Aide to Iran's Supreme Leader denies British Foreign Secretary's comments that Iran has changed its attitude towards Israel.

Middle East Withdrawal Linked to Obama's Grand Bargain with Iran

Watch: Iranian Propaganda Envisions 'Conquest of Jerusalem'

Video portrays army of thousands of terrorist proxies converging on Jerusalem, highlighting key threat posed by nuclear deal.

Khamenei: Deal or No Deal, Iran Will 'Shut' US Out

In hostile speech, Iranian Supreme Leader dismisses talk of normalizing relations with US after nuclear deal implemented.

Iran Promises to 'Annihilate' Israel in New Book

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vows to introduce 'Israel fatigue' to the world, drive out Israeli Jews through fear in new official publication.

Khamenei's Aide Rejects Iran Deal Arms Limitations

Supreme Leader's foreign affairs adviser says deal's temporary limit on possibly nuclear missiles 'undermines Islamic-Iranian identity.'

Khamenei Tweets: Israel a 'Dangerous & Deadly Outgrowth'

Iran's top leader spews more bile as US prepares to lift sanctions on his secret network of organizations, worth $95B.

US to Lift Sanctions on Khamenei's $100 Billion Empire

Sanctions to be lifted on Iranian Supreme Leader's hidden financial empire as part of nuclear deal; experts warn of the implications.

The farce continues

Khamenei's Aide: No Inspections of Iran's Military Sites

Top adviser to Iran Supreme Leader nixes inspections of key nuclear sites; Zarif: Iran may produce nuclear-capable missiles.

Kerry: Iran's Vows to Defy US are 'Very Disturbing'

US Secretary of State acknowledges for the first time Tehran's remarks against 'arrogant' US following deal.

Iran's Supreme Leader: Policy Toward the US Will Not Change

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blasts 'arrogant' US, admits nuclear deal 'served our interests' in speech punctuated with 'Death to America.'

Khamenei: Some of the Members of the P5+1 Are Not Trustworthy

Iran’s Supreme Leader says the text of the nuclear deal should be carefully scrutinized because the other side may breach it.

Report: Zarif Ignores Supreme Leader, Shouts at Kerry

Iran’s Foreign Minister reportedly got into a shouting match with his American counterpart, thus violating a direct order from Khamenei.

Kerry Unfazed by Khamenei's Comments on Nuclear Deal

Secretary of State says negotiations with Iran will not be affected by Supreme Leader's comments regarding freezing nuclear activity.

Khamenei Rules Out Lengthy Freezing of Nuclear Work

Iran's Supreme Leader says freezing sensitive nuclear work in the country for 10 years or more is "not acceptable".

Anyone for a Game of Nuclear Poker?

Counter-extremism think tank produces satire that reduces the ongoing nuclear talks with Iran to their barest truths.

Khamenei Says US Police Are Like ISIS Terrorists

Iran's supreme leader rejects argument 'US favored Islam,' while accusing 'enemy' Israel of dividing Muslims in Iran.

Khamenei Fights to the Last Drop Of Shiite Alawite Blood

Khamenei: The United States Makes the Region 'Insecure'

Iran’s supreme leader lashes out at the United States, even after his country seized a ship in the Persian Gulf.

Khamenei Fights to the Last Drop Of Shiite Alawite Blood

Khamenei: Iran Won't Negotiate Under Threat of Military Force

Iranian Supreme Leader claims US officials threatening military force; says Iran won't negotiate 'under the shadow of threats.'

Iranian Cleric: Kerry Said he Wishes US Had Leader Like Khamenei

Senior cleric says Kerry told Zarif he 'wished US had leader like Iran's supreme leader,' adding 'US, Israel never were so weak.'

Khamenei: US Created 'Myth' of Nuclear Weapons to Demonize Iran

Iran's Supreme Leader accuses US of creating 'myth' of Iranian nuclear weapons in order to claim 'Islamic Republic is a source of threat.'

Iran Lets Khamenei Call Shots on Iran Deal

Officials say the deadline could be extended at the Ayatollah's whim, days after Khamenei said 'no guarantees' Iran will follow the deal.

Khamenei Says Framework Deal 'No Guarantee'; US are 'Deceivers'

Iran's Supreme Leader says he is neither for nor against framework deal, since details yet to be outlined but warns Tehran could walk away.

Watch: AP Reporter Grills Psaki on Treatment of Iran Vs. Israel

Matt Lee asks State Dept. spokeswoman why Washington "lets it slide" when Khamenei accepts "death to America" chants.

Khamenei Agrees with 'Death to America' Slogan

Iran's Supreme Leader rejects Obama's call to reach a nuclear agreement, says America is bullying Iran.

Khamenei Says Americans Are 'Backstabbers'

Iran's Supreme Leader says Republican letter to Iran is a sign of the collapse of “political morality” in the United States.

Hardline Cleric Elected to Choose Iran's Next Supreme Leader

Ayatollah Yazdi will head Assembly of Experts after rumors of Khamenei's death, raising concerns ahead of nuclear deadline.

Khamenei Alive, Makes Public Appearance to Stop Death Rumors

Iran's Supreme Leader makes public appearance Sunday to stop death rumors - but it is unclear when the footage was taped.

Report: Iran's Supreme Leader Dead

Rumors surface on social media that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died after undergoing surgery for cancer.

Arutz Sheva interview

Who Will be Iran's Next Supreme Leader?

Amid reports of Khamenei's hospitalization in critical condition, Iran expert speculates who will take the helm of the Islamic regime.

Modern-day Purim?

Report: Iran's Supreme Leader Hospitalized in Critical Condition

Arab media reports Ayatollah Khamenei brought for urgent care in Tehran after several of his body systems fail.

Iran's Foreign Minister Told to Stop Yelling at Kerry

Iran's Supreme Leader reportedly orders Mohammad Javad Zarif to stop shouting at John Kerry during nuclear talks.

Khamenei Calls 'American Sniper' Film 'Anti-Muslim'

'American Sniper,' according to Iranian despot, 'encourages non-Muslims to harass Muslims,' says Muslims 'aggression-less.'

Khamenei Would Back a 'Fair' Nuclear Deal

Iran's Supreme Leader says he could accept a compromise with the West, provided it isn't "contrary to Iran's interests".

Khamenei: America's Problems Caused by Israel's 'Domination'

Iran's Supreme Leader claims socio-economic problems in the United States are caused by Israel's "domination" of the government.