Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been the Supreme Leader of Iran since 1989, following the death of his predecessor, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. As the highest-ranking political and religious authority in Iran, Khamenei has significant influence over all branches of government and the military. He advocates for a hardline stance against Western influence and has been a vocal critic of the United States and Israel, particularly in the context of their policies towards Iran. His leadership has been marked by a focus on maintaining the Islamic Republic's revolutionary ideals and increasing Iran's regional power.
Born on Jul 17, 1939 (86 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 131,874 | $21,000,000 | 8,367$ |
| Iran | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 64,313 | $610,000 | 467$ |
| Totals | 2 | 414,995,600 | 196,187 | $21,610,000 | 8,834$ |
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Recent Mentions
Iran:
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei emphasized the importance of maintaining calm and stability in society amidst external threats.
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United States:
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro meets with Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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United Kingdom:
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted his country had secured a 'decisive victory' and did not mention a ceasefire.
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Iran:
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei thanked Hojjatoleslam Valyollah Sedighi for his effective sermons in defense of the Islamic system over the past seventeen years.
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Iran:
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei emphasized the strength and resilience of the Iranian nation during the recent conflict.
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Iran:
Ayatollah Khamenei issued a message commemorating the fortieth day of the martyrdom of several compatriots and military commanders.
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United States:
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei recently issued his latest threat against the U.S.
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Pakistan:
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's adviser stated there would be no new nuclear talks with the United States if conditioned on Iran renouncing uranium enrichment.
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Luxembourg:
Ayatollah Khamenei has recently shifted his rhetoric to emphasize Iranian nationalism over Islamic ideology.
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Sri Lanka:
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is referenced as the leader of Iran.
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