Economic Times4/25/2026Politics1 min readIndia
US Think Tank Reports Internal Power Struggle in Iran Leadership
IRGC Commander Vahidi said to prevail over pragmatists, potentially hardening Tehran's negotiating stance
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- A US think tank reports internal power struggles within Iran's leadership, with IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi appearing to prevail over pragmatist officials like Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
- This development suggests Iran may adopt a harderline stance in future negotiations.
- Meanwhile, Iranian and US delegations are meeting with Pakistani mediators in Islamabad.
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A US think tank has reported on internal power struggles within Iran's leadership, suggesting IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi has prevailed over pragmatist officials like Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. This development suggests Iran may adopt a harderline stance in future negotiations.
Meanwhile, Iranian and US delegations are meeting with Pakistani mediators in Islamabad, indicating ongoing diplomatic efforts despite the reported internal political dynamics.
The power struggle within Tehran's leadership comes as both nations continue to navigate complex geopolitical tensions in the region.
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This article was originally published by Economic Times.
