Iran Appoints Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader Defying Revolutionary Principles

Iran has selected Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, marking a historic shift to hereditary rule that contradicts the 1979 Islamic Revolution's foundational rejection of dynasty. This appointment signals a consolidation of power within the Khamenei family and raises concerns about the regime's long-term stability and ideological direction. The selection occurs amidst ongoing war with the United States, complicating diplomatic and military calculations for Washington.