Ayatollah Hamaney

politician

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of Iran, holding the highest political and religious authority in the country since 1989. He succeeded Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic. Khamenei has significant influence over all branches of government and the military, and he plays a crucial role in shaping Iran's foreign policy, particularly regarding its nuclear program and relations with the West. His leadership has been marked by a commitment to maintaining Iran's Islamic revolutionary ideals and resisting Western influence, which has often put Iran at odds with the United States and its allies. Recently, he was mentioned in the context of diplomatic efforts involving the U.S. and Turkey, which aimed to prevent military actions against Iran amid rising tensions.