Mojtaba Khamenei's absence from his father’s funeral could signal shifting role for Iran leader
Summary
Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, has not appeared in public since he was injured in the air strikes that killed his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and other family members. His absence at the funeral ceremonies raises questions about his health, security concerns, and suggests he may have a different role compared to his father, with more power possibly shifting to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.Key Facts
- Ali Khamenei, Iran's previous Supreme Leader, was killed on February 28 in US-Israeli air strikes.
- Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Supreme Leader shortly after his father’s death.
- Mojtaba has only communicated through written statements and has not appeared publicly.
- He was wounded in the air strike that killed his father and wife, possibly preventing public appearances.
- Security risks, including threats of assassination, might explain his absence from public events like the funeral.
- The funeral ceremonies lasted a week and were attended by many key Iranian officials, but Mojtaba was not seen.
- Analysts suggest Mojtaba’s leadership might be less direct, with the Revolutionary Guards gaining more influence.
- A power struggle within Iran’s leadership, possibly between Mojtaba and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the parliament speaker, could be underway.
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