Iran's state media reported on Saturday that the Assembly of Experts has decided to appoint Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ali Khamenei, as the new supreme leader of the country.

According to Iran's state media on Sunday (March 8), the Assembly of Experts has decided to appoint Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as the new supreme leader of Iran.

This decision marks the first time since the Islamic Revolution in 1979 that the supreme leader of Iran has been succeeded by his son, which may spark discussions about the evolution of Iran's political system.

* New Supreme Leader: Mojtaba Khamenei (Mojtaba Khamenei), 56 years old, is the second son of the late supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

* Succession Background: The former supreme leader Ali Khamenei died on February 28, 2026, in an attack by the US and Israel against Iran.

* External Reactions: The Israeli military has stated that it will target the successor of Khamenei; former US President Trump had previously stated that Mojtaba was "unacceptable."

Mojtaba Khamenei has long been at the center of power in Iran but has maintained a low profile, never holding an elected office or a senior government position. He studied theology at the seminary in Qom in his early years and participated in some actions during the late stages of the Iran-Iraq War. Over the years, he has gradually increased his influence within his father's office and has close ties with conservative clerics and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps.

This succession occurred during a sensitive period of escalating tensions between Iran and Israel and the United States. It is reported that Iran is facing a severe situation, with attacks in Tehran and other areas, even experiencing "acid rain." The Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson has clearly warned that they will hold accountable anyone attempting to appoint a successor to Khamenei. Former US President Trump also emphasized that he must be involved in the appointment process of Iran's new leader.

The appointment of a new supreme leader also indicates that in the face of the greatest danger, the US and Israel will inevitably target Mojtaba for elimination.

Iran must accept a painful lesson and must not allow the evil plot of the US and Israel to succeed.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1859134216482828/

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