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Iran's top diplomat: Trump has no say in picking next supreme leader

Mar 8, 2026Center Right

Iran's foreign minister pushed back Sunday against the idea that anyone outside the country -- including President Trump -- will have a say in choosing Iran's next supreme leader.

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