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Aga Khan, Spiritual Leader of Ismaili Muslims, Dies at Age 88 After Global Philanthropic Work
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismaili Shia Muslim community and renowned development worker, has died at 88 in Lisbon.
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims and known for his global development work, has died in Lisbon at the age of 88. He led the Ismaili Shia Muslim community for nearly five decades. The cause of death was not disclosed. His passing marks a significant loss to the global community.
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