Power Transition in the Islamic Republic: The Marginalization of Hardliners or a Reconfiguration of the System?
Power Transition in the Islamic Republic: The Marginalization of Hardliners or a Reconfiguration of the System? An Exclusive Analysis by Radio Jiyar Introduction Recent developments within the Islamic Republic of Iran have raised important questions about the emerging balance of power inside the country's political establishment. On one hand, renewed nuclear negotiations and efforts to reduce external tensions have once again become central issues. On the other hand, several influential figures associated with hardline factions appear to play a less prominent role in political discourse and strategic decision-making than in previous years. These developments have led some analysts to suggest that a gradual internal power transition may be underway—one that does not fundamentally alter the structure of the Islamic Republic but could shift influence toward more pragmatic actors who favor diplomacy and crisis management. Chapter One: Shifting Power Dynamics Within the Establishment ...