New intelligence cited by CBS suggests Iran’s late leader Ali Khamenei questioned his son Mojtaba’s abilities, even as the cleric assumes power during a deepening conflict with the US and Israel.
The visits reflect the strong emotional and political resonance that developments in Iran have generated across parts of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
Mojtaba Khamenei, long seen as a powerful behind-the-scenes figure in Tehran, has formally taken charge as Iran’s Supreme Leader while the country faces escalating military confrontation with the US and Israel.
Assembly of Experts member Mirbaqeri stated that a “majority consensus over Khamenei’s successor has been reached.”
Israeli officials say the plan to eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader was approved months earlier and later accelerated amid unrest, as Israel expands its air campaign across Tehran.
An expert argues that Iran’s leadership strike may fuel a powerful martyrdom narrative, potentially strengthening the regime at a moment when Washington and Tel Aviv seek to weaken it.
A US think tank says the joint air campaign sought to dismantle Iran’s top command structure, as missile exchanges widen tensions across the Gulf and Israel.
Iran has announced 40 days of mourning after state television confirmed that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint US-Israeli airstrikes.
Airlines suspend Middle East routes as airspace closures ripple outward. Help desks activated in Indian airports while global carriers review flight paths amid rapidly shifting security conditions.
Airstrikes targeting Iran’s leadership have triggered celebrations, protests, military escalation and drone incidents across the Gulf, marking a volatile turn in regional politics.
