Iran names Ayatollah Khamenei’s son as new leader after father’s killing

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In March 2026, Iranian state television announced that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was selected as the new supreme leader of Iran. The Assembly of Experts made the decision through what was described as a "decisive vote." This followed the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed by the United States on February 28th. Mojtaba Khamenei's selection marks a significant transition in Iran's leadership. The announcement was broadcast on Iranian state television.
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AI-ExtractedAyatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by the United States on February 28.
Iran names Ayatollah Khamenei’s son as new leader after father’s killing
Assembly of Experts has chosen Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader after a “decisive vote”.
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