{"id":324406,"date":"2024-09-24T16:48:08","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T15:48:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=324406"},"modified":"2024-09-24T19:36:24","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T18:36:24","slug":"son-of-iranian-regimes-supreme-leader-suspends-religious-classes-amid-growing-speculation-about-succession","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/iranian-regime-infighting\/son-of-iranian-regimes-supreme-leader-suspends-religious-classes-amid-growing-speculation-about-succession\/","title":{"rendered":"Son of Iranian Regime\u2019s Supreme Leader Suspends Religious Classes Amid Growing Speculation About Succession"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-324407\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/iran-mojtaba-khamenei.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"596\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On September 22, 2024, the same day as a tragic mining <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/anews\/iran-news-tragic-mining-accident-in-tabas-claims-at-least-30-lives-dozens-still-missing\/\">accident in Tabas<\/a> that killed dozens of Iranian miners, an unexpected piece of news spread across media platforms. Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the clerical regime\u2019s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, released a video message announcing that he would suspend his religious classes on Islamic jurisprudence, known as \u201cKharej of Fiqh and Usul,\u201d which is the highest level of study in Shia seminaries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mojtaba Khamenei, the most politically prominent son of the Supreme Leader, made this announcement in a<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Tasnimnews_Fa\/status\/1837936481349865688\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> rare video clip<\/a> that appeared to be self-recorded. The low quality of the video, given his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/iran-a-world\/iran-ali-khamenei-s-family-wealth\/\">family\u2019s vast wealth<\/a>, was notable, seemingly intended to convey a sense of spontaneity and authenticity. In the video, Mojtaba said, &#8220;The suspension of these classes is a personal decision and has no political connection. It is a matter between me and God.&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">He continued in traditional seminary language, saying, &#8220;This suspension may be temporary or permanent. I do not know yet.&#8221; His statement left open the possibility that he might resume the lessons, which have been in place since 2009 following his involvement in the brutal crackdown on nationwide protests that year.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Shia seminaries, teaching &#8220;Kharej of Fiqh&#8221; is considered the pinnacle of religious education, often undertaken by scholars who are on the path to becoming Marja, or senior clerical authorities for Shia Muslims. However, some senior religious figures have voiced concerns in recent years about the declining standards of such teachings, as more and more clerics offer the lessons without the proper qualifications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">&quot;Vahid Haghanian is often remembered as a close aide to Ali <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Khamenei?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#Khamenei<\/a>, frequently seen monitoring the Supreme Leader\u2019s speeches from behind the scenes. His proximity to Mojtaba Khamenei, the Supreme Leader\u2019s son, underscores his influence within the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Iranian?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#Iranian<\/a> regime\u2019s highest\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/j3NAuRlAqy\">pic.twitter.com\/j3NAuRlAqy<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; NCRI-FAC (@iran_policy) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/iran_policy\/status\/1797322034415890910?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 2, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many analysts believe that Ali Khamenei has been working behind the scenes to elevate his son\u2019s status within the political and religious hierarchy. Mojtaba&#8217;s involvement in these religious classes has been seen as part of a broader effort to prepare him for a more prominent role in Iran\u2019s leadership. Graduates of these classes, known as Mujtahids, reach a level of jurisprudence that allows them to issue independent legal rulings in Shia Islam.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For years, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedagainstnucleariran.com\/mojtaba-khamenei-supreme-leaders-gatekeeper-guardian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mojtaba Khamenei<\/a> has been rumored to be a likely successor to his father, despite frequent denials from regime insiders. However, this video surfaced alongside reports, allegedly from Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, the head of Khamenei\u2019s office, hinting at the possibility of Ali Khamenei\u2019s retirement\u2014a rumor that was swiftly denied.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These developments also follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/editorial\/editorial-the-aftermath-of-ebrahim-raisis-death-a-turning-point-for-iran\/\">death of Ebrahim Raisi<\/a> in a helicopter crash earlier this year, which many saw as boosting Mojtaba\u2019s chances of succession. Despite the video being framed as a personal and apolitical gesture, it quickly became a major story, with both domestic and foreign media offering various interpretations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">State media, which referred to Mojtaba Khamenei as &#8220;Ayatollah&#8221; with striking emphasis, echoed a uniform narrative, quoting cleric Saeed Solh Mirzaei, a member of the Assembly of Experts. Mirzaei praised the suspension, stating, &#8220;The decision by Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei has sparked much attention and analysis, but the true reason seems to be his following the path of ethical scholars, who would sometimes suspend their lessons to cultivate spiritual humility.&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Khamenei\u2019s Circle and the Complex Incoherent World of Iran\u2019s Power Strain<a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/WZ6tJu2TdG\">https:\/\/t.co\/WZ6tJu2TdG<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; NCRI-FAC (@iran_policy) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/iran_policy\/status\/1654605639463874561?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">May 5, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mirzaei further <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasnimnews.com\/fa\/news\/1403\/07\/01\/3163449\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">commented in <\/a><\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tasnim News<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a pro-regime outlet: &#8220;I have repeatedly heard from senior clerics in Tehran about Ayatollah Mojtaba\u2019s extreme piety and caution. His behavior mirrors the esteemed traditions of past religious leaders.&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some analysts have linked the public release of this video to security concerns, speculating that it may be related to increased Israeli operations against Iran\u2019s proxy forces in the region. However, for someone like Mojtaba Khamenei, who has largely remained in the shadows, the video has undeniably drawn more public attention to him\u2014potentially undermining the security-related explanation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The recent incident surrounding Mojtaba Khamenei also revived past controversies, including allegations that he <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rfi.fr\/fa\/%D8%AD%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%84-%D9%85%D8%AC%D8%AA%D8%A8%DB%8C-%D8%AE%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%86%D9%87-%D8%A7%DB%8C-%DA%A9%D8%A7%D9%85%DB%8C%D9%88%D9%86-%D8%B4%D9%85%D8%B4-%D8%A7%D8%B2-%DA%A9%D8%B4%D9%88%D8%B1-%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%AC-%D9%86%DA%A9%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%87-%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%AA-20130112\/%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smuggled gold<\/a> out of Iran following the 2009 protests. One of the most widely circulated opposition slogans during the protests was, &#8220;Mojtaba, we hope you die before you become the leader!&#8221; This chant reflected widespread fear that the supreme leadership could become a hereditary position.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In 2011, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/news\/wikileaks-files\/london-wikileaks\/8304719\/IRAN-EXPAT-SOURCES-INFORMATION-AND-VIEWS-ON-MOJTABA-KHAMENEI-AND-THIS-SOURCES-PITCH-FOR-USG-FUNDS.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WikiLeaks released a report<\/a> alleging that Mojtaba had made multiple trips to London, raising suspicions about his financial activities abroad. According to the leaked cables from the U.S. Embassy in London, these trips fueled speculation that he might be involved in moving assets or securing foreign investments.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Iranian regime, long known for its opacity and reliance on deception to mislead the public, is now using state media to bolster Mojtaba Khamenei\u2019s image. They portray him as a figure of piety and virtue, carefully shaping a narrative that serves the regime\u2019s interests. However, what remains undeniable is Ali Khamenei&#8217;s declining health, growing internal strife within a regime besieged by political and socio-economic turmoil, and escalating international crises.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On September 22, 2024, the same day as a tragic mining accident in Tabas that killed dozens of Iranian miners, an unexpected piece of news spread across media platforms. 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