The initial findings indicate that Graham died after suffering a rupture of the body's main artery, a condition linked to underlying cardiovascular disease, the US media report
WASHINGTON: (UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News-July 13rd, 2026) US authorities have made progress in the investigation into the death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, with a preliminary medical report identifying a ruptured aorta as the likely cause of his death.
The US media reported that the initial findings indicate that Graham died after suffering a rupture of the body's main artery, a condition linked to underlying cardiovascular disease.
The report states that heart and blood vessel disease appears to have been the Primary factor behind the senator's death. However, officials said additional medical examinations are still underway to determine the exact cause, and a final report will be issued once all tests have been completed.
Graham, a longtime Republican senator and close ally of US President Donald Trump, died on Saturday after reportedly falling ill unexpectedly. His family confirmed his death, saying he had suffered a sudden medical emergency.
The veteran lawmaker had recently visited Ukraine, where he met President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday as part of his diplomatic engagements.
First elected to the US Senate in 2003, Graham went on to win successive terms and became one of the most influential voices on foreign policy and national security in Washington.
Throughout his political career, he played a prominent role in shaping US foreign policy and remained actively involved in international affairs until his final days. He was also regarded as one of President Trump's closest advisers on foreign policy and national security issues, particularly regarding Iran and broader middle East affairs.
