Iran Hit by Earthquake After President’s Fatal Helicopter Crash

iexclusivenews – A devastating earthquake struck western Iran on Monday, just a day after the fatal helicopter crash that claimed the life of President Ebrahim Raisi.

The 3.7 magnitude earthquake hit Malayer, Hamedan province, causing widespread damage and panic among the local population.

As the nation mourns the loss of its president, the earthquake has added to the grief and suffering of the Iranian people.

Earthquake Details

According to the Seismological Centre of the Geophysics Institute of the University of Tehran, the earthquake occurred at 08:20:52 local time and had a depth of 10km.

The epicenter of the earthquake was located 9km from Samen, 18km from Melayer, and 18km from Oshtorinan.

The earthquake was felt in several nearby cities, causing fear and panic among the residents.

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Nation in Mourning

The earthquake comes as Iranians are still reeling from the news of President Raisi’s tragic death in a helicopter crash on Sunday.

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has declared a five-day mourning period, and the nation is united in grief.

President Raisi was a beloved leader, and his sudden demise has left a void in the hearts of the Iranian people.

Constitutional Procedures

According to Article 131 of the Constitution, Mr. Mokhbar, the new head of the executive branch, is responsible for making arrangements with the heads of the legislative and judicial branches to elect a new president within a maximum of fifty days.

This process has already begun, and the nation is waiting with bated breath to see who will succeed President Raisi.

Tribute to President Raisi

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei remembered President Raisi as “a sincere and valuable servant” who prioritized the people’s satisfaction and worked tirelessly to improve affairs, despite facing ingratitude and taunts from some ill-wishers.

President Raisi’s dedication to the nation and its people will always be remembered and cherished.

What You Should Know

The earthquake that hit western Iran on Monday has added to the nation’s grief and suffering.

As the Iranian people mourn the loss of their president, they must also contend with the aftermath of the earthquake.

We offer our condolences to the families of the victims and pray for the speedy recovery of those affected by the earthquake.