Iran is preparing for a significant political transition as the Assembly of Experts plans to convene soon to select a new Supreme Leader. This comes in the wake of the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose leadership had a profound impact on the country’s governance.
The Assembly of Experts, comprised of 88 members, holds the authority to determine the next leader of Iran. Following Khamenei’s death during a joint U.S.-Israeli operation, the nation finds itself in a state of uncertainty regarding its leadership.
In the interim, Iran is being governed by a temporary triad consisting of President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, and Ali Reza Arafi, head of the Basij volunteer militia. This arrangement aims to maintain stability until a new Supreme Leader is appointed.
Amidst these developments, some opposition media outlets have reported that Mojtaba Khamenei, the late leader’s son, is poised to succeed his father. These claims suggest that the Assembly has already made a decision in favor of Mojtaba, allegedly under pressure from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The implications of such an appointment are significant, as it could shape Iran’s political landscape for years to come.
Iran is set to elect a new Supreme Leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The Assembly of Experts will play a crucial role in this transition, with speculation surrounding Mojtaba Khamenei as a potential successor amid ongoing political maneuvering.