Report: Mojtaba Khamenei Expected to Dismiss Iran's Judiciary Chief
The opposition channel Iran International reported that Mojtaba Khamenei intends to dismiss Iran's judiciary chief, Gholam Hossein Mohseni Eje'i, and appoint in his place a figure considered closer to him.
Assessment
This report, if accurate, signals an internal power consolidation by Mojtaba Khamenei within Iran's judiciary, likely ahead of any leadership transition. Replacing the current chief justice with a more loyal figure would tighten his control over the legal system. The claim comes from an opposition outlet, so its reliability is uncertain, but it points to ongoing factional maneuvering. Watch for any official confirmation or denial from Iranian state media.