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Mojtaba Khamenei Becomes Iran's Supreme Leader After War of Succession
17 March, 2026.Iran.2 sources
Key Takeaways
- Mojtaba Khamenei ascended as Iran's top leader after a succession war.
- Process resembled Game of Thrones: empty throne, clerical council, two dynasties contending.
- Rise appeared straightforward but followed a protracted intra-regime power struggle.
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“The rise of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran's new Supreme Leader may have seemed simple, even fated”
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