In two posts, Shin sarcastically referred to an unidentified person who had reportedly denied Ali Khamenei’s death:

Same person who denied Khamenei's death :))

Shin then recalled a statement published by the IRGC-affiliated Tasnim news agency on Feb. 28, 2026. According to the post, it appeared six hours before the official confirmation of Ali Khamenei’s death and 13 hours after his death:

The Supreme Leader of the Revolution is steadfast and resolute in commanding the field.