The report states that the plan involves a small inner circle and assets held abroad, and is based on the precedent of Bashar al-Assad’s flight to Russia. It reflects concerns over Khamenei’s deteriorating health, his isolation during recent protests, and fears that loyalty within the security apparatus could fracture amid worsening economic hardship and growing public anger.
LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
An intelligence report cited by the Times claims that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Khamenei, has prepared a contingency plan to flee Tehran for Moscow
An intelligence report cited by the Times claims that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has prepared a contingency plan to flee Tehran, potentially to Moscow, if nationwide threats escalate and security forces begin to defect or disobey orders.
05 January 2026 · 07:53 UTC
