Politics

Iran's Supreme Leader

Iran's highest religious and political authority. He has a decisive role in war, peace and nuclear decisions, making him central to regional tensions.

Iran's Supreme Leader is the highest authority in the Islamic Republic, currently held by Mojtaba Khamenei. He holds broad powers in setting overall policy, including the nuclear file and decisions on war and peace. In the Iranian system, major decisions are presented to or require the approval of the Supreme Leader. His statements and positions are therefore closely watched in any negotiations with the United States or in cases of military escalation.

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