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Mojtaba Khamenei Survived Attack That Killed His Father: Reports

Published March 4, 2026, 12:12
Mojtaba Khamenei Survived Attack That Killed His Father: Reports

According to two Iranian sources cited by Reuters, Mojtaba Khamenei, a leading candidate to succeed his father as Supreme Leader of Iran, survived the US-Israeli attack that resulted in his father's death. He was reportedly among those affected by the attack, but managed to survive. His potential succession as the Supreme Leader of Iran has been widely discussed. Simultaneously, a member of the Assembly of Experts, responsible for selecting the new leader, stated that the selection process is currently uncertain in terms of timing and requires careful consideration and consultations, expressing hope for a swift conclusion.