Mojtaba Khamenei has remained out of public view since succeeding his father as Iran's Supreme Leader following the February 2026 U.S.-Israeli strikes that killed Ali Khamenei. He sustained reported severe injuries including facial disfigurement and leg wounds, leading to communication exclusively through written statements read on state media and occasional decrees on military appointments and judiciary matters. A private meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian occurred on or after July 28 and was announced in early August, after which the leader's office has issued no further updates. Viral clips purporting to show appearances have been identified as pre-2026 footage, while officials reject death rumors and cite security risks plus recovery needs as reasons for seclusion. These factors shape trader assessments of any near-term verifiable public appearance.