The US State Department’s Rewards for Justice program has announced an offer of up to 10 million dollars for information leading to the identification or location of Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.
The bounty also extends to several senior officials and individuals closely associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
A formal notice issued by the Diplomatic Security Service identifies a group of high-ranking figures. Among those listed alongside Mojtaba Khamenei are Ali Asghar Hejazi, who served as the deputy chief of staff to the late Supreme Leader, and prominent security official Ali Larijani.
Focus on top security and military figures
The list of wanted individuals further includes senior military adviser to the Supreme Leader, Yahya Rahim Safavi. Current members of the Iranian cabinet are also named, specifically Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.
In addition to these specific names, the US authorities are seeking information related to four key leadership positions within the Iranian hierarchy. These roles include the secretary of the Supreme Defense Council, the head of the Supreme Leader’s military office, the commander-in-chief of the IRGC, and an advisor to the Supreme Leader.
Allegations of global IRGC operations
According to the official announcement, these individuals are identified as central figures responsible for commanding and directing various branches of the IRGC. The US government alleges that these entities are tasked with the planning, organization, and execution of operations on a global scale.
The Rewards for Justice program has specified that anyone possessing information regarding these officials or their affiliated networks can submit details through secure channels. These include encrypted messaging platforms or a dedicated communication link via the Tor network. Those providing eligible information may be considered for the reward of up to 10 million dollars.
