Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution

The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, serves as the highest authority in Iran, wielding significant power over all branches of government, military, and media. He has been a central figure in Iranian politics since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, advocating for the principles of the Islamic Republic and often emphasizing themes of resistance against perceived Western imperialism, particularly from the United States and Israel. Khamenei's leadership is characterized by his emphasis on Islamic values, national sovereignty, and the unity of the Iranian people in the face of external threats.