Nasser Makarem Shirazi

Nasser Makarem Shirazi is a prominent Iranian cleric and Grand Ayatollah, known for his significant influence in the Shiite Islamic community. He holds a high religious title in the Twelver Shiism and has been vocal in his criticisms of Western leaders, particularly in the context of the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. Recently, he made headlines for indirectly threatening U.S. President Donald Trump in response to comments made about Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, emphasizing the Islamic duty to confront those who threaten Islamic governance.