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Iran's Supreme Leader Succession Confirmed as Morteza Khamenei Named by State TV
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Updated 6d ago |
Created Mar 07
The highest religious leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Mojtahedeh Seyed Mohammad Reza Rahimi (Mojtaba) has been officially confirmed as Iran's new Supreme Leader following a late-night announcement by state television and Tassim Agency several hours after weeks leading up to this revelation.
Key Points
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1Iranian state media have announced that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and a close associate with Revolutionary Guard forces, has been named as his successor.
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2Reports from various sources suggest this leadership transition implies Iran will pursue direct confrontation rather than diplomatic negotiations regarding regional conflicts involving Israel or US interests.
Developments
[Mar 09]
Iranian state media announced Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader, son of late Ayatollah Ali Khamemeи (Meduza; Srbin.info).
[Mar 08] [19:17]
Sources report Mojtaba is a cleric close to the Revolutionary Guard building his power in shadow after years of living under radar.