Who is Ayatollah Alireza Arafi? Meet the cleric helping steer Iran through war after Khamenei’s death

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi now leads Iran's interim council. He guides the nation through a war crisis and succession. Arafi, a hardline cleric, was chosen after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's killing. He has strong ties to Khamenei and extensive experience in Iran's religious and political systems. His appointment is crucial for state stability.