Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since his appointment on March 9, fueling speculation about his health and safety.
Traditionally, a message or public address from Iran's Supreme Leader is expected during the Persian New Year, Nowruz, but this year Mojtaba's communication was limited to a written statement published on his Telegram channel.
Intelligence agencies, including the CIA and Mossad, have been monitoring developments closely, with Iranian authorities attempting to arrange meetings with Mojtaba, suggesting he is alive.
Despite the uncertainty, there is no indication that he is incapable of fulfilling his duties, though his ability to exercise authority fully could be limited by his condition.
Experts suggest that Mojtaba's absence from public view is likely due to safety concerns, with Khamenei delivering a defiant Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz message on Friday, dismissing US-Israeli strikes as a failed attempt to destabilize the country.
