Iran’s Khamenei seriously ill, elects his successor amid maximum secrecy, he is…

On September 26, 60 members of Iran’s Assembly of Experts were convened at the request of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who instructed them to make an immediate and confidential decision regarding his succession, according to reports.

In a unanimous vote, the assembly selected Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba, as his successor. However, members reportedly opposed both the decision and the process, but were pressured by Khamenei and his representatives, with some reports alleging that direct threats were used to sway their choice, as reported by News18.

Here's everything we know about the potential successor to Iran's highest position, Mojtaba Khamenei: