Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, died in a US-Israeli airstrike on March 1, 2026, and a new leader has reportedly been selected. This guide explains how the role works, who holds the power, and the succession process.
Current holder: Ali Khamenei (until March 2026) ·
Total in history: 3 supreme leaders since 1979 ·
Formal title: Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran ·
Appointed by: Assembly of Experts ·
Death in office: Ali Khamenei died March 2026
Quick snapshot
1Confirmed facts
- Khomeini died in 198
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