Mojtaba Khamenei Takes Charge After Supreme Leader's Death Amid Ongoing Health Crisis

New Delhi. Following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the leadership has now shifted to his son, Mojtaba Khamenei. However, since the attacks by the United States and Israel, Mojtaba has not made any public appearances. Reports indicate that he sustained severe injuries during these assaults, and his treatment is ongoing even after two months.

On February 28, American and Israeli forces targeted Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's residence with airstrikes. According to a report from a prominent news outlet, Mojtaba was critically injured in the attack and is currently receiving treatment in secrecy.

Initially, it was reported that Mojtaba had to undergo an amputation of one leg. Recent updates suggest that he has had three surgeries on that leg, and he is yet to receive a prosthetic limb.

Severe Burns on Face and Lips

Reports indicate that Mojtaba has also suffered serious burns on his face and lips, which have made speaking quite difficult for him. Additionally, he has undergone surgery on his hands and is gradually recovering, though he may require plastic surgery in the future.

Mojtaba's location is being kept completely confidential due to fears that Israel may attempt to assassinate him. President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a heart surgeon, along with the health minister, is overseeing his care. In this context, Iran's real power appears to have shifted to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Mojtaba Making Decisions with Military Counsel

Abdul Reza Davari, a former advisor to President Ahmadinejad, stated, 'Mojtaba is managing the country like a board director. He relies on the advice of generals and makes collective decisions with them. Essentially, these generals are the board members.'