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Israel has issued a strong warning amid Iran’s leadership transition, with Defense Minister Israel Katz stating that whoever becomes Iran’s Supreme Leader will be a target if hostile policies continue. The Tehran-based Assembly of Experts elected Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ali Khamenei, as the new leader.
Israel Warns Iran’s New Supreme Leader Will Be a Target Amid Rising Tensions
New Delhi: Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, Israel has taken a tough stance on Iran's new leadership. Israel Katz, in a post on the social media platform X, stated that whoever becomes Iran's new Supreme Leader will be a target of Israel. His statement comes at a time when the process of regime change is underway in Tehran.
The Israeli Defense Minister said in his statement that any Iranian leader who continues to pursue a policy of destroying Israel or spreading instability in the region will face serious consequences.
Meanwhile, the Tehran-based Assembly of Experts has announced the election of 56-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei as the country's new Supreme Leader. Mojtaba is the eldest son of the late former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Speculation about the new leadership had intensified since the recent death of Ali Khamenei in US and Israeli attacks. In this context, Mojtaba's selection is being considered a major development in Iranian politics.
According to media reports, Mojtaba received strong support from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which bolstered his candidacy. Although Mojtaba has not held any prominent religious position, he is considered influential in the corridors of power.
His appointment has sparked a debate about dynasticism, as the Islamic Republic has long criticized hereditary rule.
Israel's open warning has further escalated tensions in the region. The transfer of power from father to son is generally considered unacceptable in Shia religious tradition, making this decision even more controversial.
Analysts believe that the direction Iran's policies will take under Mojtaba Khamenei's leadership will become clear in the coming days. Currently, the situation in West Asia remains extremely sensitive.
