With the death of Ali Khamenei, questions arise about the future application of Article 514 of the Islamic Penal Code, which criminalizes insulting the Leader of the Islamic Republic, potentially targeting individuals like Mojtaba Khamenei. On March 2, 2026, the Ministry of Intelligence issued a statement threatening "decisive action" against individuals deemed internal mercenaries destabilizing the Islamic Republic, warning citizens of potential risks for expressing opinions on social media or discussing the leadership transition.
