In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
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In recent days, despite enduring the most arduous trials in its history—specifically the savage and all-out aggression perpetrated by the United States and the Zionist regime, as well as the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader and Commander-in-Chief, His Eminence Imam Khamenei (may Allah be pleased with him), and a significant number of its military commanders—the system has succeeded in achieving a historic milestone. On the first night of the Qadr nights, through the blessings of the holy month of Ramadan, coinciding with the anniversary of the victorious Battle of Badr and on the eve of the martyrdom of the Commander of the Faithful, Ali ibn Abi Talib (as), the Assembly of Experts elected a new leader.
In this context, it must first be emphasized that while the late Imam (may Allah be pleased with him) was the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Martyr Imam Khamenei was the one who institutionalized this system. He firmly established and reinforced its foundations and pillars, and with a forward-looking vision, defined the strategies, general policies, and comprehensive roadmaps for the country’s future. From a young age, he dedicated himself to acquiring knowledge, serving society, waging jihad against tyranny, and striving for the realization of Islamic government.
Following the victory of the Revolution, he spearheaded international struggles in defense of the Islamic Ummah and global justice, placing the ideal of Palestine—which stands as a central issue of the Ummah and a pillar of Islamic unity—at the forefront. He stood firm against all the conspiracies of global arrogance, and this unwavering struggle and effort were among his most exceptional characteristics.
On February 28th, Imam Khamenei attained the high honor of martyrdom as a result of a treacherous joint missile attack by the Zionist regime and the criminal United States. In accordance with the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, a Leadership Council (composed of the President, the Head of the Judiciary, and a representative of the Guardian Council elected by the Expediency Discernment Council) was formed, and the country’s affairs were managed under its guidance over the past week.
Despite severe security challenges, the continuation of the enemy’s aggressive war, repeated aerial and missile assaults, and explicit threats to target the gathering of the Assembly of Experts, the body successfully fulfilled its constitutional duty. Notably, even after the building of the Assembly of Experts and its venue in Tehran was attacked and destroyed, the Assembly managed to convene swiftly and elect the new Leader of the Islamic Republic.
It should be noted that the Assembly of Experts for Leadership, composed of mujtahid scholars and experts in ijtihad from across the country, representing various cities and schools of thought and possessing high levels of knowledge and piety, had assumed the task of evaluating the personalities capable of assuming this position in the event of a leadership vacancy years ago. By establishing the Commission for Articles 107 and 111, along with a three-member committee selected from its 11 members, the Assembly had prepared a list of individuals qualified to undertake this responsibility.
After the martyrdom of Imam Khamenei, the Assembly of Experts, holding an extraordinary session, elected Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei as the Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran by a decisive and near-unanimous vote from a shortlist of two qualified personalities. He stands as a worthy successor to a worthy predecessor.
It must be emphasized that Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei was selected by representatives with the competence to discern and introduce scholars who embody piety, courage, managerial acumen, and prudence, in strict accordance with the Constitution. The decision-making process of the Assembly of Experts is grounded in the principles and characteristics stipulated by law and dictated by Islamic foundations as well as the vital interests of the Ummah and the nation. The late Grand Ayatollah Imam Khamenei, the Martyred Imam, consistently declined to name any specific scholar, including his own son, as his successor, even when directly approached, choosing instead to refrain from either endorsing or rejecting any individual.
Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei initially declined to accept this responsibility following the vote of the Assembly of Experts. He only agreed to accept the Experts’ decision after being urged to do so by scholars of the nation and certain sources of emulation (maraji).
Followers of the Ahl al-Bayt (as) school throughout the world should be assured that this election was conducted on a solid foundation of principles. Although the chosen individual is the son of the previous Leader, the issue of heredity was never a factor in the decision. From an academic standpoint, Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei has taught at the highest levels of seminary education for many years. His advanced kharij classes have been attended by hundreds of students, a testament to his command of jurisprudence, principles of jurisprudence, and Islamic sciences.
In terms of piety, his meticulous observance of religious issues, his financial piety, his rejection of worldly ostentation, and his asceticism are well-known. A clear example of this character is his initial refusal to assume the highest office in the country and the Islamic world. As for his courage, it is sufficient to note that during his youth, he took part in several operations during the eight-year war imposed by Saddam Hussein’s regime against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Consider the significance of the son of the president (during the later years of the war), the nation’s highest executive official, voluntarily deploying to the war fronts to participate in combat operations.
In the political arena, his awareness of the times and his managerial and judicious nature are evidenced by his role as a trusted confidant and advisor to the Supreme Leader throughout the years of leadership. He maintained a significant presence in all high-level decision-making processes and was actively involved in addressing the nation’s key issues and developments over the past nearly forty years.
His profound scholarship and mastery of religious fundamentals and sources, his distinguished teaching career, his piety, and the courage he demonstrated during the Holy Defense, combined with his decades-long participation in the administration and management of the country’s affairs, have established him as a unique and unparalleled figure. Having served alongside the Martyred Leader for nearly forty years through every domestic, regional, and international development and policy decision, he naturally garnered the attention of the Assembly of Experts.
Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei has now assumed the role of Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran. Having taken the helm of the Islamic Republic, the Islamic world, and the followers of the Ahl al-Bayt (as), he officially began his leadership in the early hours of dawn on the 19th of Ramadan, corresponding to March 9th.
We, at the Ahl al-Bayt World Assembly, declare our complete allegiance to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, His Eminence Ayatollah Sayyid Mujtaba Husayni Khamenei. We call upon all followers of the Ahl al-Bayt (as) across the globe, as well as all Muslims, the oppressed, and the free people of the world, to provide their full support to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. In these sensitive and trying times, as the Islamic Republic of Iran and our region face savage and vicious attacks by the United States and the Zionist regime, it is imperative that we mobilize all our strength and capabilities. By supporting the Islamic Republic and its new Leadership, declaring allegiance, organizing confirmation ceremonies, and praying for the success of this esteemed Leader of Muslims, the faithful can fulfill their duty in the defense of truth and justice.
Wa as-salamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatu Allahi wa barakatuh.
Assembly
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