Summary
A governing council has taken control in Iran after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned of military strikes against Israel and U.S. targets. The selection process for a new supreme leader, as required by Iranian law, is underway.
Key Facts
- A governing council is now in power in Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed.
- The council includes Iran's president, judiciary chief, and a Guardian Council member.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened strong military actions against Israel and the U.S.
- State media reported casualties, including Iranian military leaders, from the incident.
- By law, Iran's Assembly of Experts must choose a new supreme leader quickly.
