Breaking News: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Killed in Helicopter Crash

Cause of Crash Remains Unknown, Israeli Officials Deny Involvement

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash at age 63, the government has confirmed. The country's foreign minister and seven others were also killed in the crash.

The crash occurred on the outskirts of the city of Kerman, in southeastern Iran. The helicopter was carrying Raisi and a delegation of government officials to a conference. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

Israeli officials have quickly dismissed suggestions that they were behind the crash. Israel and Iran have a long history of conflict, and Raisi was a vocal opponent of Israel.

The death of Raisi is a major blow to Iran. He was a popular figure, and his death is likely to cause instability in the country. The Iranian government has declared three days of mourning.