Did Muhammad elect Ali as first caliph?

Shia Muslims believe Ali should have been the first caliph, what is their reasoning behind this? Did Muhammad want it to be him? or:Shia Muslims belie

Shia Muslims believe Ali should have been the first caliph, what is their reasoning behind this? Did Muhammad want it to be him?

or:Shia Muslims believe Ali should have been the first caliph, what is their reasoning behind this? Did Muhammad want it to be him?

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