Iran’s Supreme Leader increases direct control amid rising US tensions
On July 21, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is directly directing many government activities and retains decisive control over national policies, especially regarding the confrontation with the U.S. Khamenei, 56, was elected Supreme Leader around March 9, 2025, after the killing of his father in a strike on February 28. Meanwhile, tension escalates as the U.S. and Israel monitor the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility, reportedly sheltering thousands of uranium enrichment centrifuges deep inside tunnels to prevent destruction. President Donald Trump acknowledged that Iran successfully executed a strike in Jordan and affirmed Iran’s desire to end the war while not yet ready for substantive talks.
Key facts
- Mojtaba Khamenei, aged 56, appointed Supreme Leader in March 2025 after his father’s death.
- He directly oversees government activities and policy, especially on US confrontation.
- US and Israel monitor Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility sheltering uranium centrifuges.
Why it matters
The consolidation of power in Iran’s Supreme Leader and ongoing nuclear developments significantly influence Middle East geopolitical stability. For international observers and Vietnamese with interests in global security, these developments signal potential escalations in US-Iran tensions and complexities in diplomatic negotiations. Understanding Iran’s leadership dynamics is crucial for assessing future regional and global security implications.
Source and method
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