The selection of the Supreme Leader is Iran’s internal matter, and external pressure will not be accepted,said the Iranian Foreign Minister.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that the selection of the country’s Supreme Leader is strictly an internal matter of Iran and will not be influenced by any external pressure. The statement comes amid increasing international discussion and speculation regarding Iran’s political leadership and its future direction. Iranian officials have emphasized that the country’s constitutional and religious framework clearly outlines the process through which a Supreme Leader is chosen.
According to Iran’s political system, the authority to select the Supreme Leader rests with the Assembly of Experts, a constitutional body composed of senior Islamic scholars who are elected by the public. This institution is responsible for evaluating and appointing the Supreme Leader based on qualifications defined in Iran’s constitution. Iranian authorities maintain that this process reflects the country’s sovereignty and its unique political structure.
The foreign minister’s remarks also underline Tehran’s firm stance against foreign interference in its domestic affairs. Iranian officials have repeatedly stated that external political pressure or international commentary will not affect internal decision-making processes. The statement reinforces Iran’s broader policy of safeguarding its independence and maintaining control over its political institutions, particularly in matters concerning national leadership and governance.
