Following the recent passing of Ebrahim Raisi, Mohammad Mokhber, his deputy, has stepped into the spotlight as the acting president of Iran, as per Article 131 of the Iranian Constitution. With a history of involvement in regime politics and close ties to the supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, Mokhber’s appointment has put him under global scrutiny.
Leaked documents reveal Mokhber’s role as an informant within Raisi’s administration, particularly in decisions affecting Iran’s involvement in Syria. This sheds light on the regime’s strategy of establishing an “engineered economy” to finance ambitious foreign projects through state assets.
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Recent documents implicate Mokhber in circumventing international sanctions and securing financial resources for the regime. Despite Raisi’s passing, Mokhber continues to foster economic cooperation with Syria, signing significant agreements to strengthen bilateral ties across various sectors.
Moving forward, Mokhber aims to uphold Iran’s economic presence in Syria through private firms affiliated with Iran’s military entities. His actions reflect a continuation of Raisi’s legacy, ensuring Iran’s sustained influence in the region.
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