Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Remains Absent Amid Political Turmoil

First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago

What happened

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, has not appeared publicly during his father Ali Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies amid reports of severe injuries and political infighting. His absence raises questions about who is truly leading Iran as the country faces internal divisions and ongoing conflict. The funeral procession will continue before burial in Mashhad on Thursday.

• 01Mojtaba Khamenei missed his father Ali Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies for the second day in a row.
• 02Iranian officials report Mojtaba suffered severe leg injuries, nearly requiring amputation.
• 03Conflicting reports question Mojtaba’s health and whether he is fit to lead.
• 04Political infighting in Iran has intensified amid Mojtaba’s absence and leadership doubts.
• 05Mojtaba issued a written statement that failed to ease political tensions.
• 06The funeral procession will continue in Tehran and other cities before burial in Mashhad on June 8.

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