Iran's Assembly of Experts Nears Decision on New Supreme Leader

The Assembly of Experts in Iran has reportedly reached a significant consensus regarding the selection of the next Supreme Leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Although the process is nearing completion, formal announcements have yet to be made due to unresolved issues and logistical challenges.

Key figures in this process include Ayatollah Mohammadmehdi Mirbaqeri, who is involved in the selection process, and Ayatollah Ahmad Alamolhoda, who confirmed that a successor has been chosen. The assembly is facing ongoing security risks, which complicate the final communication of their decision.

Mojtaba Khamenei, the 56-year-old son of the late Supreme Leader, is increasingly being considered as a prominent candidate within the clerical establishment. The Assembly of Experts is expected to make a formal announcement once internal procedural issues are resolved.