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Trump Says He Must Be Involved In Choosing Iran’s Next Leader After Khamenei’s Death
Trump also indicated that he would reject any successor who continues the policies associated with the late Iranian leader.
The United States President, Donald Trump, has said he must take part in determining who becomes Iran’s next supreme leader following the death of Ali Khamenei.
Trump made the statement during an interview with Axios on Thursday while reacting to discussions within Iran over possible successors to the late leader.
“They are wasting their time. Khamenei’s son is a lightweight. I have to be involved in the appointment, like with Delcy in Venezuela,” he said.
The US president was referring to Delcy Rodríguez, who assumed power in Venezuela after US forces captured former president Nicolás Maduro earlier this year.
Trump also indicated that he would reject any successor who continues the policies associated with the late Iranian leader.
“Khamenei’s son is unacceptable to me. We want someone that will bring harmony and peace to Iran,” he stated.
He warned that installing a leader who follows the same path as the former supreme leader could force the United States back into war with Iran “in five years.”
Mojtaba Khamenei, a cleric believed to have strong ties with Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guards, is widely considered one of the possible successors to his father, although Tehran has yet to formally announce a new leader.
Trump’s remarks came a day after the White House suggested that regime change in Iran was not the main objective of the administration’s ongoing military campaign in the region.
Iran’s Supreme Leader serves as the country’s highest political and religious authority and holds significant influence over the armed forces, judiciary and major state policies.
The leadership uncertainty follows the death of Ali Khamenei, who was killed in late February during a wave of joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian military and government targets.
The attacks formed part of a major military campaign launched amid escalating tensions over Iran’s regional activities and nuclear programme.
The strikes reportedly targeted several strategic facilities in Tehran and other locations, triggering a wider conflict across the Middle-East.
Iran later responded with missile and drone attacks on Israeli and US-linked targets across the region, raising fears of a broader regional war and disrupting energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
Khamenei, who had ruled Iran since 1989, had not publicly named a successor before his death.
His killing created a power vacuum in Tehran, prompting speculation over who might lead the country next as the conflict continues.
The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.
Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.
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“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark
ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians
Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.
“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.
“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.
Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.
The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.
Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.
“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.
“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.
“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.
“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.
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