Iran names former supreme leader’s son to succeed him as war sends oil prices soaring

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 8 min read 100% complete by By JON GAMBRELL, DAVID RISING and SAMY MAGDYMarch 9, 2026 at 07:23 AM

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Following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an Israeli strike, his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has been named the new Supreme Leader of Iran. The announcement was made on Iranian state TV on Monday, March 9, 2026, stating Mojtaba was selected based on "strong" votes. Celebrations reportedly erupted in Tehran after the announcement. Mojtaba Khamenei, who has never held an elected or appointed government position, was considered a potential successor prior to his father's death. The appointment comes amidst a military campaign involving the U.S. and Israel, which has included strikes on Tehran and elsewhere, and has sent oil prices soaring.

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South Lebanon 30% Sir al-Gharbiyeh 30% Isfahan 30% Iranian Red Crescent Society 40% United States 50% Israeli ×260% Tehran ×370% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 80% Iran ×690% Mojtaba Khamenei ×495%

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supreme leader 100% iran 90% mojtaba khamenei 90% succession 80% war 70% israeli strike 60% oil prices 60% tehran 50% airstrikes 50%

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