In Iran, nearly all authority is concentrated in the hands of the Supreme Leader, who holds religious, political, and military power. With the potential elimination of Ali Khamenei amid recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes, there is significant speculation about who will succeed him in this pivotal role. Notably, a transition of this magnitude has occurred only once in the 47-year history of the Islamic Republic, when Ruhollah Khomeini transferred power to Khamenei in 1989 due to illness. Among the most prominent candidates is Mojtaba Khamenei, the 56-year-old son of the late leader.

The Supreme Leader of Iran, holding the title of rahbar (