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Iran’s succession struggle intensifies as Khomeini’s grandson enters the race

Iran’s succession struggle intensifies as Khomeini’s grandson enters the race
03.07.2025 10:30

Iran’s political elite is bracing for a major power shift as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s health reportedly deteriorates. Among the potential successors, the emergence of Hassan Khomeini, the 53-year-old grandson of the Islamic Republic’s founder, is drawing significant attention.

Khamenei, now 86, is said to be under medical supervision and largely isolated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), raising questions about who is truly in control. Sources say he has already drafted a will naming at least three possible successors.

The frontrunners include his son Mojtaba Khamenei, closely aligned with the IRGC, and reformist-backed Hassan Khomeini. Mojtaba's ties to the security establishment suggest a continuation of the current regime. In contrast, Khomeini's liberal stance has resonated with many Iranians.

Hassan Khomeini has vowed to depoliticize the armed forces, end compulsory hijab, and promote democracy. “Real power in Iran comes through freedom, not bombs,” he said in a recent address. His platform has revived hope among reformists and segments of the public.

While the competition is expected to be fierce, observers believe the grandson of Ayatollah Khomeini could emerge as a serious contender in shaping Iran’s post-Khamenei future.

N.Tebrizli

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