Iran's Sudden Leadership Shift: Mokhber Steps In After Raisi's Tragic Demise

In a sudden turn of events, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber as Acting President after a helicopter crash killed President Ebrahim Raisi. The crash occurred on Sunday, with the helicopter discovered on Monday in northwestern Iran. Khamenei also announced a five-day mourning period.

Iran's supreme leader has appointed First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber as country's acting president after a helicopter crash killed President Ebrahim Raisi.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made the announcement in a condolence message he shared for Raisi's death in the crash Sunday. The helicopter was found Monday in northwestern Iran.

Khamenei also announced five days of mourning in the message.