Mojtaba Khamenei has been declared the new supreme leader of the Islamic Republic after eight days of deliberations among senior political and military factions. The decision reportedly followed negotiations that included the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and other key figures within the ruling establishment.

Khamenei, the second son of the former supreme leader, was recently elevated to the rank of ayatollah shortly before the announcement. His rapid promotion and appointment come amid reports that he was wounded during the recent war, further intensifying attention on the opaque process behind his rise.

The transition is also drawing scrutiny over the extensive financial holdings and undisclosed documentation associated with the office of the supreme leader. Observers say the shift in power raises fresh questions about transparency, wealth, and the consolidation of authority within Iran’s ruling elite.