US EditionAli Reza Arafi Appointed to Interim Council With Two Others to Oversee Transition After Khamenei's Death
The interim council, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, the judiciary head, and a Guardian Council jurist, governs temporarily after Khamenei's death amid ongoing US-Israel strikes.
- On Saturday, the United States and Israel launched a major attack on Iran, raising concerns about leadership after the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, from natural causes.
- Amid accusations Tehran supplied drones to Russia, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Iran's regional threats justified targeting its leadership.
- U.S. Central Command released video showing fighter jets striking targets, while Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain intercepted missile barrages and six died in Karachi protests Sunday.
- The Arab League appealed for all parties to work towards de-escalation 'as soon as possible' on Sunday to prevent regional instability, following the crisis discussions involving the United Nations Security Council and EU diplomats.
- Countries were split over the strikes, with Australia and Canada backing them while Russia and China criticized; China called for an immediate ceasefire Saturday, and Espen Barth Eide warned of a possible 'new, extensive war'.
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After Khamenei was killed in the US-Israeli attacks, Iranian officials form a transitional council in Iran. Focusing on Ayatollah Alireza Arafi.
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Ayatollah Alireza Arafi was named to Iran's interim leadership council following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The council is tasked with running the country until the Assembly of Experts elects a new leader.
Meet The New Leader Of Iran After The Killing Of “Supreme Leader” Khamenei * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Noah
By now, you likely know that the “Supreme Leader” of Iran, “Ayatollah Ali Khamenei” has been killed by US airstrikes. What you may not know is who is currently running the country, since not only is Khamenei dead but so are 40 of his top officials. Many are reporting that Ayatollah Arafi is now in charge: BREAKING: Ayatollah Arafi has been appointed as the acting Supreme Leader of Iran, ISNA reports. pic.twitter.com/rwreQcSe03 — Visegrád 24 (@v…
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