The Embassy of Iran in Bucharest supports that officials from the Government of Romania have signed the open book of condolences in memory of Ali Khamenei.

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Bucharest announced the opening of a book of condolences in memory of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who passed away on February 28, 2026, following American-Israeli attacks. According to the embassy, among those who signed the book are parliamentarians and members of the Romanian Government, but this information has not been confirmed by Romanian authorities. Participants at the opening of the book offered prayers for peace and stability.

Ali Khamenei led Iran since 1989 and was a central figure in state decisions, including in security and foreign policy. His death led to the appointment of a new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, his son. Throughout his tenure, Khamenei faced significant internal protests, including the wave of "Women, Life, Freedom" protests in 2022, which were harshly suppressed by the Iranian regime.