Khamenei Suddenly Changed Iran’s Leadership, Who Will Be the Next Supreme Leader?

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is seriously ill, which could lead to a big change in the country’s politics. According to reports, Khamenei has chosen his successor, creating a buzz in Iran. However, this news has not been officially confirmed yet.

Khamenei’s Illness and Successor’s Selection

Reports say that 85-year-old Khamenei’s health is declining. This has worried the Iranian government about who will lead the country, especially during tensions with the United States and Israel. International media has claimed that Khamenei has named his second son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as his successor. The government has not confirmed this news yet.

Secret Process and Role of the Expert Assembly

According to reports, 60 members of Iran’s Assembly of Experts met on September 26 at Khamenei’s request to decide on his successor with high secrecy. During this meeting, Mojtaba was unanimously chosen as the next leader. However, some members opposed this decision and the process, but Khamenei and his representatives reportedly pressured them to accept it.

Reason for Keeping It Secret

The decision to keep everything secret was made out of fear of public protests. Assembly members were warned to keep the meeting and its details confidential, with threats of serious consequences if they leaked any information. Reports said that members were threatened with punishment for any leaks.

According to media reports, this step was taken because of Khamenei’s serious illness and to avoid instability in the country. It seems that Mojtaba Khamenei is being prepared to take over leadership in the future.

This major change in Iran’s political scene raises many questions, and the world is closely watching Khamenei’s choice for his successor.