Iran Selects Ayatollah Khamenei's Son as New Supreme Leader
Controversial move as Mojtaba Khamenei takes over from his father, raising concerns about escalation of regional tensions.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the second son of the late Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been chosen as his successor, according to Iranian state media. This move could lead to an escalation of tensions in the region, as Donald Trump has already called Mojtaba Khamenei an unacceptable choice.
Members of the clerical body responsible for selecting Iran's highest authority announced the decision on Sunday. The selection of Mojtaba Khamenei, who has a reputation for hardline policies and close ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, comes at a critical juncture for Iran as it navigates a complex geopolitical landscape and faces mounting economic and social challenges.
The decision to appoint the younger Khamenei, who has long been seen as a potential successor to his father, is likely to be met with mixed reactions both within Iran and internationally. Supporters of the move argue that it will provide continuity and stability in Iran's leadership, while critics fear it could lead to a further consolidation of power by hardliners and a more confrontational foreign policy.
Donald Trump, who has been a vocal critic of the Iranian regime, has already expressed his disapproval of Mojtaba Khamenei's selection. In a tweet, the former U.S. president described the younger Khamenei as an
Source: The Guardian
