Why the Iranian Regime Hasn’t Collapsed

After nine days of war in Iran, the regime remains intact due to its complex hybrid structure of governance. The Supreme Leader holds ultimate authority, but power is distributed among various bodies like the Guardian Council and the Judiciary. The Iranian Army and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps also play significant roles in the country’s politics and security. The death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has triggered a process to select his successor, which will have far-reaching implications for Iran’s future.

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