Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed to the position of Supreme Leader of Iran.

The Iranian Assembly of Experts recently held an extraordinary session and selected Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei as the country's new Supreme Leader. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

This significant decision was made swiftly following reports of the death of the incumbent Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to ensure no vacuum in state governance. The 75-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei is recognized as a figure of great influence in political and religious circles due to his long-standing career.

He has maintained close ties with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which played a crucial role in his appointment to this new position. According to international media outlets, specifically The Guardian, this appointment marks the first time since the 1979 Islamic Revolution that power has transitioned based on father-to-son succession.

This situation is expected to spark various debates both within Iran's domestic politics and on the international stage. The Reuters news agency noted that this decision was made against the backdrop of reports stating Ali Khamenei died as a result of attacks by the US and Israel.

Currently, serious challenges lie ahead for Iran's leadership. It will become clear in the coming days how the newly appointed leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, will maintain stability within the country and conduct policy under external pressures.

Amidst military and political tensions in the region, every decision and measure taken by the new leader will become a key factor determining Iran's future destiny. The public and the international community are now closely watching which path he will take.