Khamenei's son elected new leader of Iran

Ayatollah Council elects Mojtaba Khamenei as new Supreme Leader of Iran

Iran's Council of Experts has allegedly chosen Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the deceased supreme leader Ali Khamenei, as the new leader of the Islamic Republic. This is reported by the Iran International with reference to the sources.

What we know

According to media reports, the decision was made by Assembly of experts - is the body that, according to the Constitution, elects the supreme leader of Iran.

The election reportedly took place after the death of the previous leader Ali Khamenei during the strikes on Iran.

Why this decision is controversial

For many years, Mojtaba Khamenei was considered an influential figure in Iranian political circles, but he mostly acted behind the scenes of power and did not hold official government positions.

Experts point out that the transfer of power to the son of the previous leader may cause criticism, as Iran traditionally opposes dynastic transfer of power, The system resembles a monarchy.

Context.

After the death of Ali Khamenei, the country found itself in acute political crisis and the process of transfer of power, The situation is taking place against the backdrop of war and strikes on Iranian territory.

At the time of the media reports, there was no official confirmation from Iranian state authorities.