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March 3, 2026
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Iran's Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Iran International reports.
TL;DR
- Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has been chosen as Iran's new Supreme Leader.
- He is the successor to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- The decision was made amidst escalating regional conflict.
- Mojtaba Khamenei, born in 1969, has a background in theological studies.
- Reports suggest the selection was influenced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard.
- The new leadership could impact Iran's future political decisions and international relations.
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