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Times: Khamenei's 'Escape Plan' to Russia in Case of Widespread Unrest

Published January 5, 2026, 11:22
Times: Khamenei's 'Escape Plan' to Russia in Case of Widespread Unrest

According to a report in the British newspaper The Times, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has devised a 'Plan B' to flee to Russia in the event of a further escalation of anti-government protests. The plan involves the transfer of Khamenei himself, his family and close associates to Russia, as well as the transfer of his vast financial network, estimated at $95 billion. Israeli sources report that Russia is Khamenei's only realistic option, given his admiration for Vladimir Putin and the cultural affinity he believes exists between Iran and Russia. This revelation adds a new dimension to the Iranian crisis, highlighting the potential geopolitical consequences of such a move.