Iranian President Says Communication With Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Is Increasing

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that his communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been increasing, suggesting the Iranian leader remains actively involved in state affairs despite ongoing questions about his health.

According to Reuters, Pezeshkian said in remarks released by Iranian state media that the level of communication with Khamenei 'is increasing day by day.' He did not provide details about Khamenei's medical condition, the methods of communication, or when he may return to public appearances.

Questions Continue Over Khamenei's Health

Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared publicly since reportedly suffering serious facial and leg injuries during the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, in which his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, was reportedly killed.

Although Mojtaba was selected as Iran's new Supreme Leader on March 8, he has remained absent from public events, including his father's funeral. While he has released a written statement criticizing the United States, no recent photographs, videos, or audio messages have been made public.

Iran Signals Continued Leadership

Pezeshkian's latest comments appear aimed at reinforcing that Khamenei continues to participate in key government decisions. The Iranian president previously said in May that Khamenei's condition was improving after meeting with him.

People close to Khamenei have also claimed that despite his reported injuries, he remains mentally capable and continues to communicate with senior Iranian officials through remote meetings while participating in major policy decisions.