Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has chosen three possible successors in case he is killed by Israel, DPA reported, citing information from the “New York Times“, BTA reported.
According to the country's constitution, the process of choosing a new Ayatollah is strictly regulated and the Assembly of Experts, consisting of 88 Islamic jurists and clerics, meets to decide who will succeed the Ayatollah in the event of his death.
According to the constitution, Khamenei is the country's spiritual and secular head of state. He is also the commander-in-chief of the armed forces and has the final say on all matters. “New York Times“ It says Khamenei was in a bunker, avoiding electronic means of communication and communicating with Iranian commanders through a trusted aide.
His exact whereabouts are unclear. In recent days, he has sent several messages to the population and renewed threats against Israel.
Earlier today, US President Donald Trump announced on his social media "Truth Social" that the US had carried out a "very successful attack" attack on three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow. "We have completed our very successful attack on the three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan", Trump wrote, quoted by Reuters. "All aircraft are now out of Iranian airspace. A full load of BOMBS was dropped on the main site, Fordow. "All planes are returning home safely," he added, saluting the "great American warriors."