Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has tragically passed away following a helicopter crash on May 19, 2024.

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The crash in Varzaqan took the lives of senior officials, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

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Ebrahim Raisi, known for his conservative stance, assumed the presidency amidst controversy in 2021.

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His tenure was characterized by a firm approach domestically and internationally, addressing nuclear proliferation and regional influence.

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