Iran’s Leader Ali Khamenei’s Absolute Power and Paranoia

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader known for his absolute power and belief in divine destiny, has died at 86. His regime was marked by violence and suppression of dissent, leading to thousands of deaths and arrests. Despite facing protests and economic decline, he maintained a cult of personality and pursued a controversial nuclear program that strained relations with Western powers. His death has sparked uncertainty about the future of Iran.

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