As tensions escalate over the regional conflict and the ongoing tit-for-tat strikes with the United States, with negotiations to end the war still in their nascent stages, the Islamic Republic is now witnessing fresh political turmoil after Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, reportedly issued a “final ultimatum” to President Masoud Pezeshkian.
According to Israeli media reports, Khamenei backed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander Ahmad Vahidi on key decisions regarding the negotiations and the conflict.
According to Israeli broadcaster Channel 14, which cited sources familiar with the matter, Khamenei has weakened Pezeshkian’s political standing by refusing to dissuade him from making another resignation attempt.
Channel 14 also claimed that Khamenei, who has largely stayed away from public appearances since becoming the Supreme Leader and has communicated only through written statements, is now fully aligned with Iran’s military establishment, leaving Masoud Pezeshkian with limited room to influence key strategic decisions.
This is a developing story. More details awaited.
