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Briefing: What to know about Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader

Strategic angle: The second son of the late supreme leader keeps a low profile but has significant influence behind the scenes.

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Updated about 1 month ago
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Summary

  • Long viewed as a powerful figure in Iranian politics.
  • Involved in suppressing dissent and shaping presidential elections.
  • Maintains a low public profile despite his influence.

Key Facts

Fact Value
Relation Second son of the late supreme leader
Influence Wields power behind the scenes
Role Crushing dissent and influencing elections

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