Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new supreme leader?

Mojtaba Khamenei succeeds his father as Iran’s supreme leader now.

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, takes office after his father’s death. He is 56 years old. Mojtaba has kept a low profile until now.

Mojtaba Khamenei is the son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He has worked behind the scenes. Mojtaba has advised his father on key issues.

Analysts said Mojtaba will continue his father’s hardline policies. “He will not change much,” said a senior official.

Mojtaba’s views on foreign policy are not well known. He has not spoken publicly on key issues. His father’s policies isolated Iran internationally.

Iran’s economy struggles with high inflation and unemployment. The new leader faces big challenges. “The economy needs reform,” analysts said.

Mojtaba Khamenei will meet with top officials next week to discuss his plans for Iran’s future.