Mojtaba Khamenei leads Iran from behind the scenes after father's death

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, has remained out of the public eye since assuming the role following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who held the post for decades. Official programs and media appearances have been limited since his appointment, adding to uncertainty over the transition within Iran's political system. No clear timetable has been announced for when or in what format Mojtaba Khamenei will appear publicly, leaving open questions about how power will be distributed among state institutions around the new leader. Iran's regional policies and the nuclear file remain key external issues whose direction under the new leadership is still being watched. The internal transition is unfolding as questions persist over the structure of authority during the period between Ali Khamenei's death and any broader public consolidation of his son's role.