Who is Iran Supreme Leader : After the news of health concerns of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khomeini, there is a lot of discussion on who will be his successor. Supreme Leader is the most powerful post in Iran. Ali Khomeini is 85 years old. He also celebrated his 85th birthday on April 17 this year. However, Israel also attacked Iran that day. The head of Khomeini’s medical team said that he was fit despite his age. May Allah keep his health and may he continue to be there for Iran and all of us.
Coming name of second son
According to the Stimson report, the survey said that there is overwhelming belief that Ali Khomeini’s second son Mojtaba will be his successor. However, there is no consensus on this. Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the leader of the 1979 revolution, had called handing over power to his son as illegitimate monarchy. Ali Khomeini, who became Supreme Leader in 1989, also described dynasty rule as contrary to Islamic principles.
President Ibrahim Raisi also in the race
Analysts say that one name is also that of President Ibrahim Raisi, he has proved his unwavering loyalty towards the system. From 1988 to 2019, Khomeini chose him for many posts and he remained obedient to the state. Many commentators have said that he does not have the personality required for the position. Apart from Raisi, another strong name is that of 67 year old Alireza Arafi, who is being called the successor of Khomeini. Arafi’s contribution to Iran’s power structure began in 2001, when Ali Khomeini made him the head of the World Center for Islamic Sciences, i.e. Al-Mustafa International University. In 2016, Arafi was elected as one of the 7 members of the Supreme Council of the Qom Seminary, an organization of Islamic scholars and experts. Arafi was also chosen as the Imam for Friday prayers. This is one of the highest positions in the religious field of Iran.