U.S. President Donald Trump says he needs to be involved in selecting the next leader of Iran.
Trump’s comments came in an exclusive interview with Axios, where he said he would like involvement similar to what he would have in Venezuela.
The president weighed in on the possible succession of power to the recently assassinated Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei, saying he is not in agreement.
“They are wasting their time. Khamenei’s son is a lightweight. I have to be involved in the appointment, like with Delcy [Rodriguez] in Venezuela,” Trump said.
“Khamenei’s son is unacceptable to me. We want someone who will bring harmony and peace to Iran.”…
Trump Says He Needs to Be Involved in Selecting Iran’s Leader, Khamenei’s Son ‘Unacceptable’
