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Mojtaba Khamenei
Mojtaba Khamenei is an Iranian Shia cleric who became the third Supreme Leader of Iran in March 2026, following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A prominent member of Iran’s powerful
...Read more- Putin congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on becoming Iran's new supreme leader, expresses 'unwaivering support' for Tehran
Iran announced on Monday that Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of the late supreme leader, would assume leadership of the Islamic Republic.
- China backs Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment as Iran’s supreme leader, opposes any attempt to target him
China called Iran’s decision to appoint Mojtaba as new Supreme Leader “an internal matter”.
- Iran war shock sends oil up 30%, pushing prices above $118
Even if the fighting ends quickly, analysts warn that damage to infrastructure, disrupted logistics and heightened risks to shipping could keep fuel prices elevated for weeks or months, affecting businesses and consumers worldwide.
- Ali Khamenei’s son Mojtaba had 'impotency problem', couldn't find a wife: Report
Despite maintaining a relatively low public profile, Mojtaba has long been viewed as one of the most influential figures operating behind the scenes within Iran’s political system.
- Can Mojtaba Khamenei match his father’s power as Iran’s new supreme leader?
Following Khamenei’s assassination, Iran reportedly named Mojtaba Khamenei as successor, raising questions over legitimacy and power. Analysts say his authority will depend heavily on the IRGC amid internal and external pressures.
- Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran's new Supreme Leader: All about Ali Khamenei's son who has amassed wealth over £100 million
The second-eldest son of Khamenei, Mojtaba has long been as a likely successor by observers. Mojtaba's wife was confirmed killed in a strike on February 28.
- Ayatollah Khamenei's son Mojtaba named Iran's new Supreme Leader: Report
The second-eldest son of Khamenei, Mojtaba has long been as a likely successor by observers. Mojtaba's wife was confirmed killed in a strike on February 28.
- Ayatollah Khamenei’s wife dies after injuries in US-Israel strike
Ali Khamenei’s wife had reportedly fallen into a coma following Israeli and US strikes. She was the mother of Mojtaba Khamenei.
- How Iran’s succession process unfolds as power transition begins after Khamenei
After Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death, Iran activated its constitutional succession mechanism, forming an interim leadership council while the Assembly of Experts prepares to select a new supreme leader amid uncertainty over the future.
- Iran’s mystery prince: Mojtaba Khamenei's offshore empire runs through oil, banks and luxury property
Ali Khamenei killed in US-Israel strike. As Mojtaba Khamenei is tipped as successor, here's a look at his global financial network.
