Iran’s leaders are preparing to choose a new supreme leader after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A provisional council is guiding the country, while several clerics and political figures have emerged as top contenders for the powerful post
Raisi swiftly ascended the career ladder, becoming Iran's head of judiciary in 2019 and later assuming the presidency in June 2021, succeeding Hassan Rouhani.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged for public contribution to the implementation of health protocols and mandates by the health authorities in dealing with the pandemic.