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Ali Khamenei & Mojtaba Khamenei

87 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026

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Ali Khamenei groomed his son Mojtaba to manage his inner circle and ultimately succeed him as the Supreme Leader of Iran before his death in 2026.

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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike on February 28, 2026. His death is the central event around which the funeral ceremonies are organized, marking a significant transition for Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is the son and successor to the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. His absence from the public funeral ceremonies due to security concerns, coupled with reports of injuries from the same airstrike that killed his father, highlights the ongoing threats and political sensitivity surrounding Iran's new leadership.
Mar 07, 2026 · 412 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed in a joint US-Israel military strike, triggering a succession crisis and regional conflict.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is widely viewed as a leading contender for Iran's next Supreme Leader but has been publicly rejected by Donald Trump as 'unacceptable' and a 'lightweight'.
Mar 05, 2026 · 8 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei's death in US-Israeli strikes is the catalyst for the entire event, leading to his funeral and the subsequent anti-US and anti-Israel rhetoric. His death has triggered heightened tensions across West Asia.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran following his father's death, marking a significant leadership transition for Iran.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed in airstrikes and his funeral is a major event for the nation, showcasing national resilience and calls for revenge.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, named the new Supreme Leader of Iran, is absent from his father's funeral due to injuries sustained in the airstrikes, raising questions about his condition and the leadership transition.
Apr 20, 2026 · 198 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the Supreme Leader of Iran, whose death in an airstrike by the United States and Israel is the central event of the funeral procession. His death has fueled calls for revenge among mourners and has put war negotiations on hold.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is the son of the late Ali Khamenei and was appointed to succeed his father as supreme leader. He is believed to be in hiding after being wounded in the airstrike and has been threatened by Israel.
Jul 04, 2026 · 33 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the opening strikes of the war, leading to discussions about his successor.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei was ruled out by Donald Trump as a potential successor to his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and was described as a 'lightweight'.
Mar 04, 2026 · 8 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader for nearly four decades, was killed in US-Israeli attacks, leading to a period of leadership uncertainty and transition in Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei was named as the successor to his father, Ali Khamenei, but his public appearance has been delayed due to reported injuries from an airstrike, leaving the leadership structure unclear.
Jun 15, 2026 · 18 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader of Iran, was assassinated at the beginning of the war, a significant event that escalated the conflict.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, is a critical figure whose approval is necessary for the peace deal. His hardline stance could influence Iran's willingness to compromise.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's former Supreme Leader, was killed in an Israeli airstrike at the beginning of the war. His death and subsequent funeral arrangements are significant events within Iran, though his son Mojtaba Khamenei has since taken over.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as Iran's Supreme Leader after his death. He is seen as less compromising, and his leadership is a factor in the ongoing negotiations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, was killed in the opening strikes of the war, leading to discussions about new leadership in Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is a front-runner to replace his father, Ali Khamenei, as Iran's supreme leader, though Donald Trump dismissed him as 'a lightweight'.
Mar 06, 2026 · 14 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, Iran's late Supreme Leader, is being mourned with a massive funeral procession in Tehran. His death triggered the ongoing war with the US and Israel.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is the new Supreme Leader of Iran, but has not yet appeared publicly during the funeral ceremonies.
Jul 01, 2026 · 23 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei was the former Supreme Leader of Iran whose funeral was attended by an Indian delegation, leading to a diplomatic exchange of gratitude.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed as the new Supreme Leader of Iran following the death of Ali Khamenei, but did not attend the funeral due to security concerns.
Jul 06, 2026 · 7 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei was the supreme leader of Iran whose death in February's strikes is the stated reason for Iran's proposed assassination bounties.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is the current supreme leader of Iran, and threats have been made against him.
May 18, 2026 · 6 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader of Iran, is referenced for his past statements that Iran would not build an atomic bomb. It remains unclear if his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, will follow this stance.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, is mentioned as potentially having approved the deal, though Iranian authorities have not publicly confirmed this. His stance on the nuclear program and regional policies will be critical for the final agreement.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei is the late Iranian Supreme Leader whose funeral processions will precede the next round of indirect talks between the US and Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is mentioned as the son of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who swiftly took power after his father's death. His role is significant in the context of Iran's leadership transition.
Mar 09, 2018 · 331 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei's burial ceremonies were mentioned as an event to which Narendra Modi was invited, indicating a diplomatic gesture from Iran.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, thanked Narendra Modi for Eid al-Adha greetings, indicating ongoing diplomatic courtesies between the two nations.
Jun 30, 2026 · 20 articles
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Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was killed in the initial US-Israeli aggression against Iran.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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Feb 28, 2026 · 358 articles
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Mar 04, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 04, 2026 · 7 articles
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Mar 04, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 03, 2026 · 6 articles
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Feb 28, 2026 · 14 articles
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Mar 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as Supreme Leader of Iran. He is seen as hostile toward the United States and is believed to have been wounded in the strike that killed his father.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader, stated that Iran did not want war with the United States and Israel but would protect its rights as a nation.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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Mar 27, 2026 · 44 articles
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Apr 02, 2026 · 39 articles
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Apr 03, 2026 · 7 articles
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Mar 31, 2026 · 93 articles
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