Iran has ended its official mourning for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, but peace remains far away. As the nation held final rites, reports of YS strikes hit Iran, prompting Tehran to issue threats of retaliation. The escalation now puts ongoing diplomatic talks in serious jeopardy.


Iran bids farewell to Ali Khamenei, what happens next? 

Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession has drawn global attention, and now the remains of Iran's supreme leader will be flown to Karbala from Najaf.  The developments are being closely watched as Iran bids final goodbye to its slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. 

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: Final journey of Iran's slain supreme leader

Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession has drawn global attention, and now the remains of Iran's supreme leader will be flown to Karbala from Najaf. The developments are being closely watched as Iran bids final goodbye to its slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. 


The final journey of Iran's slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Ali Khamenei funeral: Thousands gather to pay last respect to Iran's supreme leader

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Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession has drawn global attention, with Qom emerging as a key location for the ceremony. The developments are being closely watched as Iran bids final goodbye to its slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. 

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Ali Khamenei funeral: Qom to host funeral procession after Tehran

A massive crowd gathered at the funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, with mourners waving red flags symbolizing vengeance and resistance. The emotional scenes reflected deep national sentiment amid heightened political tensions. Security was significantly tightened as officials managed large-scale participation in the ceremony. The event has drawn global attention given its symbolic and political significance.

Iran bids farewell to it's supreme leader: Ali Khamenei's casket will be taken to Qom

Iran has begun a historic, week-long funeral ceremony for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a February 2026 airstrike. Hundreds of thousands of mourners have descended upon Tehran, filling the streets and the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque to pay their final respects. The ceremonies, which include the bodies of several family members killed in the same attack, are being viewed as a critical moment of transition for the Islamic Republic.


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Over four months after Iran's supreme leader, late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was assassinated in a combined attack by the US and Israeli forces, his funeral will begin ‌in ⁠Tehran ⁠on July 4 and conclude with ​his burial in the ​northeastern city of Mashhad ⁠on July ⁠9, reported ⁠state media


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Iran has pushed back the state funeral of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, with authorities now planning to hold the ceremony in late June or early July, according to Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani. The announcement marks another delay in funeral arrangements for Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, the opening day of the Middle East war.<h2>When will Ali Khamenei's funeral be held?</h2>Iranian officials had previously indicated that the funeral would take place in early Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. However, Zakani said the ceremony would instead be held after the first 10 days of Muharram, a period of mourning that commemorates Imam Hussein, one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. The change is intended to allow religious observances to conclude before the state funeral begins.Based on the revised timeline, the funeral is expected to take place sometime between June 26 and July 5.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fact-check-did-israeli-troops-shoot-a-7-month-old-baby-shocking-new-video-challenges-idf-account-watch-1781161317025">Fact Check: Did Israeli troops shoot a 7-month-old baby? Shocking new video challenges IDF account</a><h2>20 million people expected to participate in the funeral</h2>Iranian authorities have been preparing for what is expected to be one of the largest public gatherings in the country's history. Officials have previously said as many as 20 million people could participate in funeral events across multiple cities.Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic for nearly 37 years, was killed at his residence in central Tehran on February 28. A state funeral had originally been scheduled for March 4 but was postponed as the conflict continued.Earlier this month, Tehran officials confirmed plans for a three-day public funeral, although no specific dates were announced at the time.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-plans-to-deport-iranian-migrants-to-central-african-republic-despite-persecution-torture-concerns-1781223346924">US plans to deport Iranian migrants to Central African Republic despite persecution, torture concerns</a>Deputy Tehran Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakolizadeh said ceremonies would be held not only in the capital but also in the holy cities of Qom and Mashhad. Khamenei is expected to be buried in Mashhad, a city that holds deep religious significance for many Iranian Shia Muslims.According to Tavakolizadeh, events in Tehran alone are expected to last at least 24 hours. Authorities are preparing for massive crowds, with security and logistical arrangements likely to be among the largest undertaken by the Iranian state in recent years. &nbsp;

Iran has postponed the state funeral of Ali Khamenei until late June or early July, citing Muharram observances. Officials expect millions to participate in ceremonies across Tehran, Qom and Mashhad.

Iran has pushed back the state funeral of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, with authorities now planning to hold the ceremony in late June or early July, according to Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani. The announcement marks another delay in funeral arrangements for Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, the opening day of the Middle East war. When will Ali Khamenei's funeral be held? Iranian officials had previously indicated that the funeral would take place in early Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. However, Zakani said the ceremony would instead be held after the first 10 days of Muharram, a period of mourning that commemorates Imam Hussein, one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. The change is intended to allow religious observances to conclude before the state funeral begins. Based on the revised timeline, the funeral is expected to take place sometime between June 26 and July 5. Also read | Fact Check: Did Israeli troops shoot a 7-month-old baby? Shocking new video challenges IDF account 20 million people expected to participate in the funeral Iranian authorities have been preparing for what is expected to be one of the largest public gatherings in the country's history. Officials have previously said as many as 20 million people could participate in funeral events across multiple cities. Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic for nearly 37 years, was killed at his residence in central Tehran on February 28. A state funeral had originally been scheduled for March 4 but was postponed as the conflict continued. Earlier this month, Tehran officials confirmed plans for a three-day public funeral, although no specific dates were announced at the time. Also read | US plans to deport Iranian migrants to Central African Republic despite persecution, torture concerns Deputy Tehran Mayor Mohammad Amin Tavakolizadeh said ceremonies would be held not only in the capital but also in the holy cities of Qom and Mashhad. Khamenei is expected to be buried in Mashhad, a city that holds deep religious significance for many Iranian Shia Muslims. According to Tavakolizadeh, events in Tehran alone are expected to last at least 24 hours. Authorities are preparing for massive crowds, with security and logistical arrangements likely to be among the largest undertaken by the Iranian state in recent years.

Iran has delayed the state funeral of Ali Khamenei until after the first 10 days of Muharram, pushing the ceremony to late June or early July. Officials expect up to 20 million mourners to take part in what could become one of the largest public gatherings in the country's history.

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He has not appeared publicly since his appointment, with no verified audio or video released, only written statements attributed to him.

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Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said in a series of posts on X on Wednesday that Iran will continue to follow the path of its martyred leaders and vowed to continue resistance against what he called the ‘Zionist-US’ enemy while hailing the sacrifice and martyrdom of senior military figures in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Hezbollah as the war in West Asia entered its second month.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pinpointing the United States and Israel as the “most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world,” Mojtaba wrote, “Without a doubt, steadfastness and patience in the face of the most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world—namely, the United States and its proxy in the region, the brutal Zionist regime—were some of the most outstanding characteristics of the martyred Leader and Imam.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-will-be-out-of-iran-pretty-quickly-could-return-for-spot-hits-1775055158626">Trump says US will be out of Iran ‘pretty quickly’, could return for ‘spot hits’</a>&nbsp;Mojtaba then announced that he will follow on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred Leader, saying, “I emphatically declare that the consistent policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, following on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred Leader, is to continue supporting the Resistance against the Zionist-US enemy.”&nbsp;In posts shared from an account attributed to him, Mojtaba Khamenei also paid tributes to leaders from Iran-backed Hezbollah and the country’s own military establishment IRGC. He referred to Hassan Nasrallah, Hashem Safieddine, and Qasem Soleimani, describing their deaths as sacrifices in the struggle against the United States and Israel.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-troops-will-be-good-food-for-persian-gulf-sharks-iran-again-warns-against-ground-assault-1774813142373">‘US troops will be good food for Persian Gulf sharks’: Iran again warns against ground assault</a>&nbsp;He wrote, “Before any of the other fighters, the commanders of the Resistance offered their lives on this path, from Martyr Sheikh #Ragheb_Harb and #Sayyid_Abbas_Mousavi to the Master of the Martyrs of the Resistance, #Sayyid_Hassan_Nasrallah, and #Sayyid_Hashem_Safieddine.”“The sacrifices of precious martyrs such as Haj Qasem Soleimani and other senior commanders of IRGC and the Army stand as the greatest testament to the correctness of the path of resistance against the US and the Zionist regime,” he wrote, adding, “The history of the Islamic Resistance has been filled with struggle, courage, and the pursuit of martyrdom.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-chairs-key-meeting-orders-steps-to-ensure-supplies-curb-price-hike-risks-amid-conflict-1775065138114">PM chairs key meeting, orders steps to ensure supplies, curb price hike risks amid conflict</a>&nbsp;Earlier this week, in a message addressed to Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem, Mojtaba had reiterated Iran’s continued backing for resistance movements.

The statement, reported by Iranian state media, highlighted that Tehran’s approach remains aligned with the legacy of former leaders, including Ali Khamenei, while also acknowledging support extended by Hezbollah fighters.

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, pinpointed the United States and Israel as the “most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world” and announced that he will follow on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. 

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said in a series of posts on X on Wednesday that Iran will continue to follow the path of its martyred leaders and vowed to continue resistance against what he called the ‘Zionist-US’ enemy while hailing the sacrifice and martyrdom of senior military figures in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Hezbollah as the war in West Asia entered its second month. Pinpointing the United States and Israel as the “most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world,” Mojtaba wrote, “Without a doubt, steadfastness and patience in the face of the most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world—namely, the United States and its proxy in the region, the brutal Zionist regime—were some of the most outstanding characteristics of the martyred Leader and Imam.” Also Read: Trump says US will be out of Iran ‘pretty quickly’, could return for ‘spot hits’ Mojtaba then announced that he will follow on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred Leader, saying, “I emphatically declare that the consistent policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, following on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred Leader, is to continue supporting the Resistance against the Zionist-US enemy.” In posts shared from an account attributed to him, Mojtaba Khamenei also paid tributes to leaders from Iran-backed Hezbollah and the country’s own military establishment IRGC. He referred to Hassan Nasrallah, Hashem Safieddine, and Qasem Soleimani, describing their deaths as sacrifices in the struggle against the United States and Israel. Also Read: ‘US troops will be good food for Persian Gulf sharks’: Iran again warns against ground assault He wrote, “Before any of the other fighters, the commanders of the Resistance offered their lives on this path, from Martyr Sheikh #Ragheb_Harb and #Sayyid_Abbas_Mousavi to the Master of the Martyrs of the Resistance, #Sayyid_Hassan_Nasrallah, and #Sayyid_Hashem_Safieddine.” “The sacrifices of precious martyrs such as Haj Qasem Soleimani and other senior commanders of IRGC and the Army stand as the greatest testament to the correctness of the path of resistance against the US and the Zionist regime,” he wrote, adding, “The history of the Islamic Resistance has been filled with struggle, courage, and the pursuit of martyrdom.” Also Read: PM chairs key meeting, orders steps to ensure supplies, curb price hike risks amid conflict Earlier this week, in a message addressed to Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem, Mojtaba had reiterated Iran’s continued backing for resistance movements.

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, pinpointed the United States and Israel as the “most obstinate enemies of the Islamic world” and announced that he will follow on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.&nbsp;

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An unverified photo claiming to be of the last moments of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has gone viral on social media. Reportedly, the image was taken just 23 minutes before the Iranian leader was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes in his office on February 28 and was captured on CCTV footage. This comes as the war in West Asia enters its Day 27.<h2>What does image show?</h2>According to Lebanese media Al Mayadeen, the photo was released by Tehran. The image, which claims to be the last picture of the Iranian leader, shows him sitting in a chair in his office and reading. The authenticity of the image has not been verified.Some social media users claimed that the image could be generated using AI, questioning how the CCTV footage would survive after the deadly strikes.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tehran publishes the last picture taken of Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei at his office in the Iranian capital before his martyrdom. <a href="https://t.co/sPm3fpZCKb">pic.twitter.com/sPm3fpZCKb</a>&mdash; Al Mayadeen English (@MayadeenEnglish) <a href="https://twitter.com/MayadeenEnglish/status/2037328693912027274?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Hostilities began on February 28 when the US and Israeli military launched strikes on Iran, killing Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei and several other top Iranian officials. The operation was named ‘Epic Fury’ by the US and ‘Lion’s Roar’ by Israel. The attacks came amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran and ongoing talks over Iran’s nuclear program.In retaliation, Iran launched attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Azerbaijan. Iran has ruled out any possibility of a ceasefire, while US President Donald Trump has claimed victory multiple times, suggesting that the objective is nearly met. Meanwhile, Israel has expanded its operations in Lebanon, targeting Iran’s ally Hezbollah and has ruled out diplomacy with the Lebanese government.<h2>Trump claims talks ongoing</h2>In a recent development, US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Mar 26) said that he has postponed his deadline for potential strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure until April 6, saying the delay came at Tehran’s request and emphasising that negotiations are progressing positively.“Talks are ongoing and, despite erroneous statements to the contrary by the Fake News Media, and others, they are going very well,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. Initially, Trump had issued a 48-hour ultimatum last Saturday, demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz to oil tankers or face destruction of its power facilities. Since then, the deadline has been extended twice. “As per Iranian Government request, please let this statement serve to represent that I am pausing the period of Energy Plant destruction by 10 Days to Monday, April 6, 2026, at 8 pm, Eastern Time,” he posted. US envoy Steve Witkoff told a cabinet meeting that there were “strong signs” Iran might be willing to negotiate.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

An unverified photo claiming to show Ali Khamenei before his death in US-Israel strikes has gone viral, amid ongoing war tensions and disputed authenticity concerns.

An unverified photo claiming to be of the last moments of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has gone viral on social media. Reportedly, the image was taken just 23 minutes before the Iranian leader was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes in his office on February 28 and was captured on CCTV footage. This comes as the war in West Asia enters its Day 27. What does image show? According to Lebanese media Al Mayadeen, the photo was released by Tehran. The image, which claims to be the last picture of the Iranian leader, shows him sitting in a chair in his office and reading. The authenticity of the image has not been verified. Some social media users claimed that the image could be generated using AI, questioning how the CCTV footage would survive after the deadly strikes.

An unverified photo claiming to show Ali Khamenei before his death in US-Israel strikes has gone viral, amid ongoing war tensions and disputed authenticity concerns.

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Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, was reportedly not favoured by his father, Ali Khamenei, to lead the Islamic Republic, a US media report claimed citing an Iranian exile group. Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli joint airstrikes, apparently mentioned this in his will. The report in New York Post came after Mojtaba was selected by Iran’s Assembly of Experts as the country’s new Supreme Leader on Sunday (Mar 8), marking the first time the position passed from father to son in the Islamic Republic’s history.The New York Post report cited Khosro Isfahani, a research director for the opposition group National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI).“In Khamenei’s will, he explicitly asked Mojtaba not to be named as successor,” claimed Isfahani, who represents the political advocacy organisation of the Iranian diaspora headquartered in Washington.“Mojtaba is an impotent young cleric who has achieved nothing in terms of political life,” Isfahani told the Post, adding that the late supreme leader felt that his son lacked the experience or capability to lead Iran. “All these years, he has been nothing without his father’s name.”Multiple reports suggested that Mojtaba Khamenei’s selection was forced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Several clerics opposed the move and boycotted the meeting where his selection was made, The Post report claimed.“The Assembly of Experts that was supposed to pick the replacement of Khamenei didn’t vote for Mojtaba,” Isfahani claimed. “There was a lot of pushback against him, but under pressure from the IRGC, he was named as the successor.”<h2>Was Khamenei opposed to Mojtaba taking over?</h2>In Iran, the selection of the supreme leader through a hereditary line is happening for the first time. The leader, decided by the Assembly of Experts, must have high clerical credentials, management experience and broad public recognition. In the past, Ali Khamenei himself had publicly opposed dynastic succession. In 2025, he had reportedly identified three senior clerics as contingency options, which did not include Mojtaba, who is considered to have a low clerical rank and less formal governance experience compared with other senior leaders within the system.<h2>Where is Mojtaba?</h2>Since the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which began on February 28, Mojtaba has not made an appearance or statement in public. Following speculations that he has been severely injured in the strikes, Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of President Masoud Pezeshkian, said on Wednesday (Mar 11) that Mojtaba is “safe and sound” despite injuries sustained during the ongoing war.Addressing the reports, Yousef Pezeshkian, who is also a government adviser, said on Telegram, “I heard news that Mr Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some friends who had connections. They told me that, thank God, he is safe and sound.”&nbsp;Previously, Iranian state television had called Mojtaba Khamenei a “wounded veteran of the Ramadan war” but didn’t specify his injury.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

A report citing an Iranian exile group claims that Ali Khamenei, in his will, did not favour his son Mojtaba to succeed him as Iran's supreme leader. Mojtaba was selected under IRGC pressure after the US-Israel strikes killed Ali Khamenei, claimed a researcher from the opposition group.

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, was reportedly not favoured by his father, Ali Khamenei, to lead the Islamic Republic, a US media report claimed citing an Iranian exile group. Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli joint airstrikes, apparently mentioned this in his will. The report in New York Post came after Mojtaba was selected by Iran’s Assembly of Experts as the country’s new Supreme Leader on Sunday (Mar 8), marking the first time the position passed from father to son in the Islamic Republic’s history. The New York Post report cited Khosro Isfahani, a research director for the opposition group National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI). “In Khamenei’s will, he explicitly asked Mojtaba not to be named as successor,” claimed Isfahani, who represents the political advocacy organisation of the Iranian diaspora headquartered in Washington. “Mojtaba is an impotent young cleric who has achieved nothing in terms of political life,” Isfahani told the Post, adding that the late supreme leader felt that his son lacked the experience or capability to lead Iran. “All these years, he has been nothing without his father’s name.” Multiple reports suggested that Mojtaba Khamenei’s selection was forced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Several clerics opposed the move and boycotted the meeting where his selection was made, The Post report claimed. “The Assembly of Experts that was supposed to pick the replacement of Khamenei didn’t vote for Mojtaba,” Isfahani claimed. “There was a lot of pushback against him, but under pressure from the IRGC, he was named as the successor.” Was Khamenei opposed to Mojtaba taking over? In Iran, the selection of the supreme leader through a hereditary line is happening for the first time. The leader, decided by the Assembly of Experts, must have high clerical credentials, management experience and broad public recognition. In the past, Ali Khamenei himself had publicly opposed dynastic succession. In 2025, he had reportedly identified three senior clerics as contingency options, which did not include Mojtaba, who is considered to have a low clerical rank and less formal governance experience compared with other senior leaders within the system. Where is Mojtaba? Since the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which began on February 28, Mojtaba has not made an appearance or statement in public. Following speculations that he has been severely injured in the strikes, Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of President Masoud Pezeshkian, said on Wednesday (Mar 11) that Mojtaba is “safe and sound” despite injuries sustained during the ongoing war. Addressing the reports, Yousef Pezeshkian, who is also a government adviser, said on Telegram, “I heard news that Mr Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some friends who had connections. They told me that, thank God, he is safe and sound.” Previously, Iranian state television had called Mojtaba Khamenei a “wounded veteran of the Ramadan war” but didn’t specify his injury. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

A report citing an Iranian exile group claims that Ali Khamenei, in his will, did not favour his son Mojtaba to succeed him as Iran's supreme leader. Mojtaba was selected under IRGC pressure after the US-Israel strikes killed Ali Khamenei, claimed a researcher from the opposition group.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring Gulf countries for attacks launched during the ongoing Israel–Iran war, saying Tehran did not intend to target neighbouring states and would refrain from striking them unless they were used to launch attacks against Iran.


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Iran’s clerical body, the Assembly of Experts, has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei — the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — as the country’s new Supreme Leader amid the ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict. His appointment marks a controversial hereditary transition in Iran’s theocratic system, drawing international attention and widespread reaction.
U.S. President Donald Trump reacted cautiously to the news, saying he is “not happy” with the leadership change and has suggested that any new Iranian leader would need Washington’s approval to endure.

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The clerical body that will choose Iran’s ‌next Supreme Leader, succeeding Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ⁠more or less reached a majority consensus, Assembly of Experts member Ayatollah Mohammadmehdi Mirbaqeri said ‌on Sunday (March 8, 2026).


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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries after Iranian missile and drone attacks rattled several Gulf states. He said Tehran will avoid targeting regional nations unless attacks originate from their territory, a policy approved by Iran’s interim leadership council following the death of Ali Khamenei.


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