JERUSALEM (AP) — The death of Iran’s president is unlikely to lead to any immediate changes in Iran’s ruling system or to its overarching policies, which are decided by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
But Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash Sunday, was seen as a prime candidate to succeed the 85-year-old supreme leader, and his death makes it more likely that the job could eventually go to Khamenei’s son.
A hereditary succession would pose a potential crisis of legitimacy for the Islamic Republic, which was established as an alternative to monarchy but which many Iranians already see as a corrupt and dictatorial regime.
Here’s a look at what comes next.
Iran holds regular elections for president and parliament with universal suffrage.
But the supreme leader has final say on all major policies, serves as commander-in-chief of the armed forces and controls the powerful Revolutionary Guard.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
Entrepreneur Hits Big with EmbroideryArtisan Brings Traditional Paper Cutting Art New Lease of LifeBasketball Star Recalls HighLu Shengmei: Fulfilling Pledge to Help Rural Residents Improve HealthWoman Pursues Dreams in Countryside, Contributes to Rural RevitalizationChinese Dulcimer Virtuoso Helps World Understand China Through MusicRural Delegate Wears Many Hats Serving VillagersUygur Woman Shows Charm of Xinjiang Through Fabulous DanceGuangzhou, Shanghai take lead in CBA playoffsPassionate Dream Chaser — Teacher Strives to Improve China's Rural Education
2.9503s , 6498.8671875 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by What's next for Iran after death of its president in crash? ,World Web news portal