Jammu & Kashmir Reacts to Khamenei Assassination: CM Omar Abdullah Appeals for Calm, Schools Closed, Leaders Condemn Strike By: Javid Amin | 01 March 2026 A Region Holding Its Breath Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh remain tense but controlled after reports emerged alleging the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a US–Israel strike. While the emotional response — especially among Shia communities — has been intense, political leadership across party lines has struck a remarkably unified and restrained tone. The administration has moved swiftly with preventive measures,…
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