By Maribel Velazquez
donald trump He once again generated controversy after ensuring that Iran is going through a power vacuum. In a phone call with Jacqueline Alemany for the program The Weekendthe president stated that The country “has no idea who its leader is,” a statement that has been quickly questioned by specialists in international politics.
“They are all lost… “They have a hard time figuring out who can speak for the country,” Trump said, referring to the alleged removal of key figures in the Iranian regime, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He reiterated that the Iranian military forces have been “annihilated”a narrative he has sustained since the start of the recent conflict.
However, these statements contrast with academic analyzes and journalistic reports. Expert Vali Nasr pointed out to the aforementioned media that the Iranian government is not collapsed, although it does face internal tensions. “I think they are divided on whether to trust Trump or not.…his behavior has complicated the negotiations,” he explained in statements reported by MS NOW.
Conflicting versions about power in Tehran
A report from The Unique York Cases reinforces this view. Based on interviews with Iranian officials, the outlet concludes that The political system remains in place, although with adjustments to its power structure. Journalist Farnaz Fassihi wrote that “the Islamic republic has not been overthrown”, But the alter has concentrated in tougher military sectors.
In this context, The name of Mojtaba Khamenei has gained relevance as a possible successor. Although he has not appeared publicly, his appointment reflects that the regime’s elites maintain the alter, despite external pressure.
Negotiations on pause
Trump’s statements come amid a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which was recently extended to make room for new negotiations. Washington, however, maintains strategic blockades on key routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, which continues to raise tension in the region.
Meanwhile, talks to reach an agreement remain stalledwith contradictory versions about diplomatic advances.
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