Iran’s Assembly of Experts chose a new supreme leader after Khamenei’s death in a Feb. 28 strike, with the name undisclosed but selection finalized.

Iran’s Assembly of Experts has selected a new supreme leader following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a U.S.-Israel strike on February 28, according to multiple assembly members. While the chosen candidate has been approved by a majority, the name remains undisclosed, with officials citing security and procedural reasons. The selection process, conducted behind closed doors, reportedly followed Khamenei’s guidance that the next leader should be “hated by the enemy.” Despite ongoing regional conflict, threats from Israel, and internal challenges, the assembly confirmed the decision is complete, with the official announcement expected imminently. The new supreme leader will assume ultimate authority over Iran’s military, judiciary, and state institutions.