IRAN SUPREME LEADER KHAMENEIIran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reportedly in coma, son chosen as successor in secret meeting
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is reportedly in a coma, and his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has allegedly been chosen as his successor, according to a report by Israeli media outlet Ynet News, which cited Iran International.
Over the past two years, Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly gained significant influence within Iran’s regime. Though rarely seen in public, he is known for his alleged role in suppressing the 2009 post-election protests. In 2021, he was granted the title of ayatollah, fulfilling a constitutional requirement to serve as Supreme Leader.
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60 members of the Iranian Assembly of Experts reportedly met in secrecy on September 26 in acquiescence to a demand by Khamenei. They were ordered to take a decision on the succession immediately and with utmost confidentiality. The candidate and procedure were both met with resistance and reports suggest that Khamenei and his representatives also issued direct threats. The need for secrecy was also fuelled by the possiblity of widespread public protests.