Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as the successor to his father, Ali Khamenei, becoming the third Supreme Leader of Iran amid escalating conflict. A secretive figure, Mojtaba has not been publicly visible since the recent Israeli airstrike that killed his father. His background includes a military upbringing during the Iran-Iraq war and significant ties to the IRGC. Despite being perceived as a potential 'billionaire', his wealth is linked to his political position rather than personal business ventures. His political orientation remains ambiguous, with analysts divided on his influence and ideology. His rise to power comes at a time of internal and external challenges, raising questions about the legitimacy of hereditary succession in a system that traditionally rejects it. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)