According to Axios, Ali Khaminai's son Mujtaba Khaminai's public absence raises serious doubts about his leadership potential. Sources note that the fact that he has barely appeared in public lately has exacerbated these questions.
It was reported that Mujtaba has not been seen since the start of military operations by the US and Israel. On March 12, his address to the people was read not personally, but through a presenter. Also, although another appeal was published on March 20, it was also submitted in writing.
According to sources, US and Israeli special services expected Mujtaba to perform live on the occasion of Navruz. However, these expectations did not justify themselves and were limited only to a textual statement. This caused even more doubts about the situation.
"There is no clear evidence of whether he is actually making decisions or not," the publication quoted a high-ranking Israeli official as saying. Another source called this situation "extremely strange."
According to one source, it is not assumed that the Iranians will take big steps to choose him as the supreme leader. At the same time, there are no facts confirming his actual participation in the country's governance. Therefore, it is reported that the latest photos and information disseminated by the CIA are being verified.
Meanwhile, it is noted that Mas'ud Pizishkiyon made a video appeal to the people. This indicates that the activity of the state leadership continues in other areas.
"We would like to see him live at least once. But he was not visible, and this causes serious concern," one of the sources concluded.
At the same time, Reuters previously reported that Mujtaba Khamenei received minor injuries during attacks in early March. According to The Telegraph, he survived the severe consequences after strolling in the park shortly before the attack.
Iranian officials also admitted that he was injured, but assert that the injury is not serious and his life is not in danger.
In general, the uncertainties surrounding Mujtaba Khomeini and his lack of public visibility raise new questions about how political processes in Iran will develop in the future. This situation remains the focus of attention not only within the country, but also at the international level.
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