Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has sent a congratulatory message to Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei on his election as the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

“Congratulations on your election as the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution. I am confident that the strong ties between Armenia and Iran will continue to develop and achieve new successes.

Taking this opportunity, I wish the friendly people of Iran prosperity and lasting peace,” the message said.

Russian President Vladimir Putin also congratulated Khamenei. The text of the message was published on the Kremlin’s official website.

“Now, when Iran is facing armed aggression, your work in this high office will undoubtedly require great courage and self-sacrifice. I am confident that you will continue your father’s work and unite the Iranian people in the face of severe trials.

For my part, I would like to reaffirm our unwavering support for Tehran and solidarity with our Iranian friends. Russia has been and will remain a reliable partner of the Islamic Republic. I wish you success in addressing the complex challenges ahead, as well as good health and strong spirit,” the congratulatory telegram said, according to Interfax.

Earlier, Iran’s Fars news agency reported that Mojtaba Khamenei — the son of the country’s previous leader, Ali Khamenei — had been elected Iran’s Supreme Leader. The information was later confirmed by Iran’s Assembly of Experts.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has also pledged allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei.

On February 28, Israel and the U.S. carried out airstrikes on Iran, killing Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran responded by launching strikes toward Israel and Gulf countries hosting U.S. military bases.