Mojtaba Chamenei became the fresh ultimate leader of Iran on Sunday, replacing his father, Ali Chamenei, who died as a consequence of attacks by Israel and the United States.
A 56-year-old clergyman has long been mentioned as 1 of the main successors of his father. The Assembly of Experts decided on his choice. As a associate of the assembly said, the decision was consistent with the earlier indication of the late leader, who stressed that his successor should be “hateful by the enemy alternatively than praised by him”.
The fresh leader rapidly supported the key structures of the regime, including the muslim Revolution defender Corps.
Donald Trump besides reacted to the events. In an interview with ABC News, the president of the United States stated that Iran's fresh leader would "not last long" if he did not have Washington's support.
