Khomeini's grandson excluded from Iran elections
- 8 years ago
The grandson of the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran has reportedly been disqualified from running in the upcoming elections for the country's Assembly of Experts.
The Guardian Council rejected the 43-year-old cleric, Hassan Khomeini, on the grounds that he does not have sufficient religious competence.
However, he is considered a moderate and has strong ties with reformists.
Some believe this is the true reason.
Khomeini's son, Ahmad, claimed on Instagram that the ruling came in spite of "testimony from dozens of religious authorities.
In my opinion, the reason for non-verification is clear to everyone."
According to Yahoo, elections to the 88-member Assembly will take place on February 26.
Iran's parliamentary elections will also take place on the same day.
The votes for both are open to the general public.
The Guardian Council rejected the 43-year-old cleric, Hassan Khomeini, on the grounds that he does not have sufficient religious competence.
However, he is considered a moderate and has strong ties with reformists.
Some believe this is the true reason.
Khomeini's son, Ahmad, claimed on Instagram that the ruling came in spite of "testimony from dozens of religious authorities.
In my opinion, the reason for non-verification is clear to everyone."
According to Yahoo, elections to the 88-member Assembly will take place on February 26.
Iran's parliamentary elections will also take place on the same day.
The votes for both are open to the general public.