Mojtaba Khamenei was installed as Iran's Supreme Leader in early March 2026 by the Assembly of Experts shortly after his father Ali Khamenei's assassination in late February U.S.-Israeli strikes that triggered wider regional conflict. As head of state, he has remained based in Tehran, issuing statements through state media on issues including regional security and U.S. military presence while avoiding public appearances amid ongoing hostilities. No verified reports indicate plans for departure, and the position's institutional demands plus regime continuity needs during active warfare have kept him in country. The June 30, 2026 resolution window leaves limited time for any sudden exit without major disruption to leadership succession or command structures. Trader consensus reflects these structural barriers and absence of catalysts for relocation.