DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s first Vice President Mohammad Mokhber was appointed as acting president of the Islamic Republic on Monday after the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash in the country’s northwest.
Mokhber, 68, largely has been in the shadows compared to other politicians in Iran’s Shiite theocracy. Raisi’s death under the constitution thrust Mokhber into public view. He is expected to serve as caretaker president for some 50 days before mandatory presidential elections in Iran.
Six killed in a 'foiled coup' in Congo, the army says
Surprise! Zendaya unveils SECOND red carpet look at Met Gala as she wows in corseted off
Thiago Silva to return to Brazilian club Fluminense after leaving Chelsea at the end of the season
Lok Sabha elections 2024: Why Modi and BJP face strong resistance in south India
Uber and Lyft say they'll stay in Minnesota after Legislature passes driver pay compromise
US seeks information from Tesla on how it developed and verified whether Autopilot recall worked
The Eurovision Song Contest is kicking off with pop and protests as the war in Gaza casts a shadow
Brazil replaces injured goalkeeper Ederson in Copa America squad
Judge delays murder trial for Indiana man charged in 2017 slayings of 2 teenage girls
Jon Wysocki dead at 53: Staind drummer passes away
Irina Shayk shines in a Swarovski gown at the 2024 Met Gala