BREAKING: Trump Announces $10 Million Reward for Anyone Who Has Information On New Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

The United States government has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or disruption of activities linked to several senior Iranian officials, including Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.

 

The reward was made public on Friday through the U.S. State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme, a long-running initiative aimed at gathering intelligence on individuals accused of involvement in global terrorism.

 

U.S. authorities said the information being sought relates to officials they claim are connected to the activities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iran’s elite military and security force.

 

According to a poster released by the programme on the social media platform X, the targeted individuals are described as “Iranian terrorist leaders” who allegedly command and direct operations tied to the IRGC.

 

“These individuals command and direct various elements of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which plans, organises and executes terrorism around the world,” the statement on the poster read.

 

Senior Iranian Officials Listed

 

Among the officials named in the reward announcement are several prominent figures in Iran’s political and security establishment.

 

They include Esmail Khatib, Iran’s minister of intelligence; Ali Asghar Hejazi, the deputy chief of staff to the supreme leader; Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior military adviser; and Eskandar Momeni, Iran’s interior minister.

 

Also listed is Ali Larijani, a veteran Iranian politician who currently serves as secretary of Iran’s Supreme Council and has long been influential within the country’s political establishment.

 

In addition to these individuals, the banner referenced several other senior positions within Iran’s security and military hierarchy. These included the secretary of the Supreme Defence Council, the head of the supreme leader’s military office, the commander-in-chief of the IRGC, and an adviser to the supreme leader, though the poster did not provide specific names for these roles.

 

Rewards for Justice Programme

 

The Rewards for Justice programme, run by the United States Department of State, is designed to encourage individuals worldwide to provide information that could assist in preventing acts of terrorism or identifying those responsible.

 

Established in 1984, the programme has paid out more than $250 million to over 125 individuals who have provided credible intelligence related to threats against U.S. national security.

 

In its latest announcement, the programme stated that individuals with knowledge about the listed Iranian officials, senior IRGC commanders, or their operational networks could submit tips through secure communication channels.

 

According to the statement, information may be transmitted through encrypted messaging applications or through an anonymous communication channel hosted on the Tor network, which allows users to send information while protecting their identities.

 

The programme added that individuals who provide credible and actionable intelligence may be eligible not only for financial compensation of up to $10 million but also for relocation assistance to ensure their safety.

 

Rising Tensions Between Washington and Tehran

 

The reward announcement comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tension between the United States and Iran, particularly following the recent leadership change in Tehran.

 

On March 8, Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran’s new supreme leader after the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who had held the position for more than three decades.

 

Ali Khamenei reportedly died during the early stages of an ongoing conflict involving Iran and a coalition consisting of the United States and Israel. His death marked a major turning point in Iran’s political landscape and triggered swift deliberations among the country’s clerical leadership over succession.

 

Ultimately, Iran’s powerful clerical body known as the Assembly of Experts selected Mojtaba Khamenei, a 56-year-old cleric, to take over the role of supreme leader.

 

The Assembly of Experts is constitutionally responsible for appointing and supervising Iran’s supreme leader, the highest authority in the country’s political and religious system.

 

Military Loyalty and Regional Warnings

 

Shortly after Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment was confirmed, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps publicly pledged allegiance to him, signaling the military establishment’s support for the new leadership at a time of escalating conflict.

 

The IRGC plays a central role in Iran’s defense strategy and has significant influence over regional military operations and foreign policy decisions.

 

In his first statement since assuming the leadership position, Mojtaba Khamenei vowed that Iran would continue retaliatory actions against its adversaries.

 

The statement, which was broadcast on Iranian state television rather than delivered in person, emphasized that Iran would persist in its military response until what he described as justice for Iranian casualties had been achieved.

 

Khamenei also warned that Iran could increase pressure on strategic oil routes in the Persian Gulf and cautioned neighboring countries hosting U.S. military bases that they might face retaliation if they supported attacks against Iran.

 

Questions Over Public Absence

 

Despite his appointment, Mojtaba Khamenei has not yet appeared publicly since assuming office, a development that has sparked speculation in international diplomatic circles.

 

Some U.S. officials have suggested that the new Iranian leader may have been injured during the recent conflict, though no evidence has been publicly provided to confirm the claim.

 

Iranian authorities, however, have dismissed such reports, insisting that the new supreme leader remains fully engaged in governing the country and directing its response to the ongoing crisis.

 

Global Implications

 

The U.S. decision to offer financial incentives for information on Iran’s top leadership represents a significant escalation in the ongoing rivalry between Washington and Tehran.

 

Analysts say the move underscores the depth of mistrust between the two nations and reflects broader concerns within the United States about Iran’s regional military influence and its support for armed groups across the Middle East.

 

While the practical impact of the reward announcement remains uncertain, the development is likely to further strain diplomatic relations and intensify an already volatile geopolitical standoff in the region.

 

Observers warn that with tensions high and rhetoric on both sides escalating, the coming months could prove critical in determining whether the conflict widens or whether diplomatic channels might eventually reopen.