Iran official appears on state TV to defend Mojtaba Khamenei’s credentials
A strategic adviser to Iran’s parliament speaker on Tuesday appeared on state TV to reassure supporters of the Islamic Republic about Mojtaba Khamenei’s leadership credentials, saying he has long overseen military and security affairs amid criticisms that he lacks executive experience.
Mojtaba Khamenei "has always been particularly focused on military and security issues and has had oversight of them. The country’s war room is now being managed under his direction, presumably," Mahdi Mohammadi said.
"He is very well versed in running the country. For many years, state officials have met with him and reported to him on various issues. He is familiar with the details of the country’s affairs. There will be no disruption in terms of his ability to gain full oversight of the country’s matters. No shortcoming will arise," he said.
He also described Khamenei's son as "an open-minded and up-to-date" person who has "worked with young people".
