US-Iran conflict: Following Ayatollah Khamenei’s death, a race has reportedly begun to name his successor, with political circles in Iran and internationally closely watching Tehran’s next move. Meanwhile, several reports indicate that Mojtaba Khamanei, the son of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, is being seen as the next leader. US-Iran conflict: Following Ayatollah Khamenei’s death, a race has reportedly begun to name his successor, with political circles in Iran and internationally closely watching Tehran’s next move. Meanwhile, several reports indicate that Mojtaba Khamanei, the son of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, is being seen as the next leader.