Mojtaba Khamenei

Mojtaba Khamenei

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Mojtaba Khamenei is the son of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and a powerful figure within the Iranian political landscape. At 55, he has maintained a largely behind-the-scenes role, yet is believed to exert significant influence over key state decisions, including military and security matters. Known for his controversial reputation, he has been linked to the violent suppression of protests, particularly during the 2009 demonstrations. As discussions arise about succession in Iran, many speculate that Mojtaba could emerge as a modernizing force akin to Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman, despite skepticism regarding his reformist potential.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told CBS that from his viewpoint as a physician, Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has 'no specific ongoing health issues'.

Trump rejects Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz | World News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-09-26
6.0

Mojtaba Khamenei was severely injured following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei.

Iranul nu se schimbă la ordinul Washingtonului
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-09-26
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Bezhaskian announced that the proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz was coordinated with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

خطة فتح هرمز تحظى بدعم المرشد وواشنطن أمام الاختبار
Al Mada·IraqIraq· 2026-09-26
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Masoud Bezhaskian
Masoud Bezhaskian

The reclusive supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was claimed to be completely healthy.

Trump faces tough choices as Iran dangles deal to reopen Hormuz before US midterms | US-Israel war on Iran
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-26
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reported to be completely healthy and well.

سپریم لیڈر مجتبیٰ خامنہ ای صحت مند اور خیریت سے ہیں: ایرانی صدر
Daily Jang·PakistanPakistan· 2026-09-25
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Masoud Pezeshkian
Masoud Pezeshkian

Mojtaba Khamenei is Iran's Supreme Leader who has been speculated to have health issues during the ongoing war.

We aren’t trying to kill Trump, Iran’s president insists to reporters at New York hotel
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-25
5.0

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is mentioned as the supreme leader who selected figures for the Supreme National Security Council.

Iran, US still far apart in peace talks, Iranian official says; Pezeshkian vows no surrender
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-09-24
5.0

Mojtaba Khamenei issued a handwritten message to the military institution, indicating he is still alive after months of absence.

ماذا قال مجتبي خامنئي للحرس الثورى فى رسالة بخط يده؟ .. إندبندنت تجيب
Youm7·EgyptEgypt· 2026-09-24
7.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is an advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader who warned about the potential expansion of war.

Iraniečių pareigūnas: Iranas gali išplėsti karą į Indijos vandenyną
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-09-24
5.0

Mojtaba Khamenei's position was claimed to have approved the new stance on negotiations.

Iran and US have held talks on sidelines of UN summit, says Donald Trump | Iran
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-23
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Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has turned the argument on Gulf leaders, saying US bases have made their countries targets.

Gulf leaders meet Trump with two fears: more war and less US protection
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-22
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Mojtaba Khamenei's position at the apex of the system remains opaque.

Iran's IRGC may be the true power as Islamic Republic fights to survive
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-09-21
4.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is mentioned as the new Supreme Leader of Iran, considering the implications of nuclear capabilities.

SUA au uitat de programul nuclear al Iranului, concentrându-se acum aproape exclusiv pe criza din Strâmtoarea Ormuz
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-09-18
5.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is the new supreme leader of Iran who has not been seen publicly since taking office.

Fantoma din Teheran și strâmtoarea care a ucis pacea
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-09-16
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Mojtaba Khamenei is referred to as the 'disappeared' imam and is believed to communicate with his collaborators from a distance.

I falchi iraniani che sabotano la linea del dialogo con gli Stati Uniti. Torna il mistero sul ruolo di Khamenei jr
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-09-14
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Mojtaba Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of Iran who is physically and mentally injured but still surrounded by extreme commanders.

העימותים הסוערים, ואזהרת ארה"ב מהגעה לאתרים יהודיים בדובאי
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-13
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Mojtaba Khamenei is the new Supreme Leader of Iran, described as a ghostly figure with little authority.

הבכיר שחזר מהצללים והוביל להסלמה מול ארה"ב
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-13
3.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is the son of Ali Khamenei and has been involved in the continuation of Iran's military policies.

6 זירות לחימה וקרב גדול נגד פוליטיקאים
ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2026-09-11
3.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is the Ayatollah who has not appeared in public since the beginning of the war.

Détroit d’Ormuz : Téhéran conditionne toute réouverture à des garanties américaines
La Presse de Tunisie – major Tunisian francophone daily, est. 1936·TunisiaTunisia· 2026-08-12
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Mojtaba Khamenei formally appointed six senior military commanders as part of a wartime reshuffle in Iran.

Trump says he is 'number one' on Iran's target list
Fox News·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-11
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The announcement of the senior appointments, purportedly made by Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Monday, followed the naming of a new national security chief, Mohsen Rezaie, a day earlier.

Iran’s supreme leader elevates military veterans willing to confront the US
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-08-11
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Mojtaba Khamenei is referenced as the Supreme Leader guiding the forces.

فوجی تقرریاں جنگی تجربے کی عکاس ہیں: عراقچی، قالیباف
Daily Jang·PakistanPakistan· 2026-08-11
7.0

Mojtaba Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of Iran who signed the appointment orders for military positions.

伊朗最高领袖正式任命6人担任高级军事职务--国际--人民网
People's Daily·ChinaChina· 2026-08-11
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Mojtaba Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, appears in a video discussing Iran's strategy in the conflict with the United States.

Iranul ține mâna pe robinetul lumii sau douăsprezece secunde de putere!
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-08-11
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