Mojtaba Khamenei, recently appointed as the Supreme Leader of Iran, inaugurated his official account on 'X' shortly after his succession from his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated. This development comes just days after the Assembly of Experts officially recognized him as the new leader. The launch of the account, identified as '@Rahbarenghelab_', marks an important step for him in establishing a public presence and communication channel as the country's new spiritual and political leader.

The new account serves to disseminate news and updates about Mojtaba Khamenei's activities and position as the Supreme Leader, positioning himself similarly to his predecessor. The account's profile states that it is the official source for news and messages from Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei. Additionally, the late Ali Khamenei’s official account urged followers to support Mojtaba’s new account, indicating a seamless transition within the leadership structure.

With aims to consolidate his leadership and connect with the Iranian populace, Mojtaba Khamenei's use of social media represents a contemporary approach to political engagement in Iran. This digital presence is crucial as he seeks to establish legitimacy and authority in the wake of significant political changes following his father's death and the ongoing challenges facing the regime.