Iran has a new Supreme Leader for the first time in almost 37 years, Mojtaba Khamenei. This episode explores his background, education, and ideology.

Guest Biographies

Michael Connell is an expert in Persian-Gulf security-related issues, the armed forces of Iran, U.S.-GCC security cooperation, and adversary cyber policy and strategy. He has served as CNA's Field Analyst to Naval Forces Central Command.

Further Reading

CNA Talks: Iran's Stability in the Aftermath of the Grand Bazaar Protests

CNA Report: The Evolving Russia-Iran Relationship