Iran’s president has died in a helicopter crash, state media reports.

The country's foreign minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, also died in the crash.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 20, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Vahid Salemi/Associated Press Iran's President Has Died in Helicopter Crash, State Media Reports President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran was killed along with the country's foreign minister in a helicopter crash on Sunday, state news media reported on Monday, leaving the country without two of its most influential figures at a time of heightened tensions. Follow live updates. Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018