Iranian authorities have announced that following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, the country will be governed by a temporary three-member leadership council during the transitional period.
Based on the official statements, the interim structure will include Iran’s president, the head of the judiciary, and one jurist from the influential Guardian Council.
The move comes amid heightened regional tensions and uncertainty over Iran’s political future.
It remains unclear who may ultimately replace Khamenei, who — based on the official information — did not designate a formal successor.
Under Iran’s Constitution, the responsibility for selecting the next Supreme Leader falls to the Assembly of Experts — an elected body composed of 88 senior clerics. Western media reports indicate that the Assembly is expected to begin consultations promptly, as the Constitution requires the process to be carried out “as soon as possible.”
The formation of the temporary governing council aligns with constitutional provisions designed to ensure continuity of state authority in the event of the Supreme Leader’s death.
Political analysts note that the coming days will be critical, as internal deliberations among senior clerical and political figures could shape Iran’s domestic stability and its foreign policy direction.
The situation remains fluid, with further official announcements expected as the transition process unfolds.
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