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Trump: Next Iranian Leader Will Not Last Long Without My Approval

Published March 8, 2026, 17:07
Trump: Next Iranian Leader Will Not Last Long Without My Approval

Donald Trump stated that the next Iranian leader must receive his approval, threatening that they will not remain in office for long if they do not. This statement contrasts with the view of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who emphasized that the selection of the successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is a matter for the Iranian people. Trump had already expressed his desire to “intervene” in the selection of the successor, stating that he would not accept Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the outgoing leader. Araghchi firmly rejected any interference from the United States, emphasizing that the selection process is an internal affair of Iran. Furthermore, Araghchi stated that Iranian missiles can only reach American bases and facilities in neighboring countries, while defending Iran's close cooperation with Russia. He criticized Trump, arguing that he should apologize for the war in the Middle East. These statements reflect the tension in relations between the United States and Iran, as well as Iran's determination to maintain its autonomy in its internal affairs.