The Shadow Play of Power in Iran's War The stalemate in the Iran war has led to a flurry of diplomatic efforts, but the underlying dynamics of power in Tehran remain opaque and treacherous.
Ending this conflict is not just about negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz or sanctions relief; it also involves the intricate web of influence within Iran's ruling elite.
At its core, the issue is not simply a matter of President Masoud Pezeshkian versus Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.