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Hassan Khomeini Emerges as Moderate Voice in Iran’s Leadership Succession Talks

Hassan Khomeini, Ayatollah Khomeini’s grandson and custodian of his mausoleum, is seen as a relatively moderate cleric with reformist ties who could play a central role in determining Iran’s next Supreme Leader after Khamenei. He has never held government office, has opposed hardline moves in the past, and faces competition from hardliners such as Mojtaba Khamenei, reflecting ongoing tensions over Iran’s political future.

via Reuters|

#guardian-council #hassan-khomeini #iran

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Iran’s Next Supreme Leader: The Assembly’s Delicate Pick

Under Iran’s constitution, the 88-member Assembly of Experts selects the next supreme leader, with potential candidates vetted by the Guardian Council; a provisional three-member leadership council is handling duties temporarily, while the Assembly decides. Leading contenders include Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei, Hassan Khomeini, and Alireza Arafi, but internal bargaining could yield surprises or a compromise candidate. The constitution requires the Assembly to act “in the shortest possible time,” though geopolitical pressure and elite negotiations are likely to shape the outcome, potentially preserving the Islamic Republic’s core framework or prompting gradual reforms depending on who rises to the post.

via CNBC|

#assembly-of-experts #guardian-council #iran

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Iran's Succession Scramble: Contenders Emerge After Khamenei's Death

After Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death in US-Israeli air strikes, Iran faces a leadership vacuum. The Assembly of Experts, vetted by the Guardian Council, will elect a new supreme leader, with a temporary council to run state duties in the interim. Potential successors highlighted include Mojtaba Khamenei, Alireza Arafi, Mohammad Mehdi Mirbagheri, Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei, and Hassan Khomeini, reflecting a mix of hardline and reformist-backed figures.

via Al Jazeera|

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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Ahmadinejad Registers as Candidate for Iran's June 28 Presidential Election

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and other notable figures, including moderate Ali Larijani and ultraconservative Saeed Jalili, have registered to run in the upcoming presidential election following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi. The Guardian Council will vet the candidates, with the final list to be announced on June 11. Ahmadinejad, previously sidelined, aims to address economic issues and corruption, while Larijani, disqualified in 2021, seeks another chance. Voter turnout remains a significant concern.

via Al Jazeera English|

#ali-larijani #elections #guardian-council

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Ahmadinejad and Ex-IRGC Commander Enter Iran's Presidential Race

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered to run in the June 28 presidential election following the death of Ebrahim Raisi. However, his candidacy must be approved by the Guardian Council, which previously barred him from running in 2017. Ahmadinejad's relationship with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been strained due to his calls for checks on Khamenei's authority and demands for free elections.

via CNN|

#ebrahim-raisi #guardian-council #iran

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Iran's Presidential Race: Hardliners and Key Candidates Emerge

Following the sudden death of President Ebrahim Raisi, Iran is set to hold a snap election on June 28 to replace him. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei seeks a fiercely loyal hardliner to ensure stability and manage the succession to his own position. The Guardian Council will vet candidates, likely favoring those with strong ties to Khamenei, which may result in low voter turnout. Reformists face challenges in gaining political space, and the new president is unlikely to alter Iran's nuclear or foreign policy.

via Reuters|

#guardian-council #hardliners #iran

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Iran's Divided Terrain: The 2024 Election Outlook"

Iran is holding its first elections since the 2022 protests, with candidates needing approval from the Guardian Council, dominated by conservative parties. However, the elections are seen as non-competitive and ineffective due to disqualifications of reformist candidates, leading to low voter turnout. The Supreme Leader holds significant power over social and economic issues, and voter apathy is evident amid a repressive atmosphere following the 2022 protests and worsening economic conditions.

via BBC.com|

#elections #guardian-council #iran