Widespread Protests in India Following Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei's Death in US-Israel Strike

Following the reported killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israel airstrike, widespread protests erupted across Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Ladakh, and other parts of India, primarily involving the Shia Muslim community. Demonstrators expressed grief and condemned the strikes with anti-US and anti-Israel slogans. Authorities imposed security measures including internet restrictions, school closures, and heightened police presence to maintain order. Political leaders urged calm, while Muslim organizations announced mourning periods and planned further protests. Similar unrest and mourning were reported in Pakistan and other regions, reflecting the event's regional impact amid escalating Middle East tensions.