For the first time in weeks, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appeared in public—attending a solemn religious ceremony in Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosque during the holy day of Ashura. His absence since the start of the 12-day conflict with Israel had sparked speculation about his security and health. Despite broadcasted pre-recorded messages during the hostilities, Khamenei stayed out of sight until now. At the ceremony, he was greeted by a chanting crowd, signaling both reverence and resilience amid rising regional tensions. Iranian state media captured the moment, showing him returning with subtle nods to the faithful. This reemergence comes after a period of heightened secrecy: several top Iranian commanders and nuclear scientists were killed in earlier airstrikes. Khamenei’s first public appearance since...