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Iran's Leader Faces a Changed Nation After Conflict
IranThu Jun 26 2025
Iran's top leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been hiding for weeks. He stayed in a secret place during the fight with Israel. Now, he might come out. But he will see a different Iran.
The war hurt Iran badly. Israel attacked many places. Important military leaders were killed. The damage is still not fully known. But it is clear that Iran is weaker now.
Many Iranians blame Khamenei for the war. They say he made bad choices. He wanted to be strong against Israel and the US. But this led to trouble for Iran. Sanctions hurt the country for years. Now, the economy is in bad shape.
Some people in Iran want change. They are unhappy with the government. But the opposition is not strong. It is not clear what will happen next. The government might get stricter. It might punish people who disagree.
The war also showed something good. Many Iranians helped each other. They shared food and shelter. But they do not want help from other countries. They want to fix their own problems.
Khamenei is old and not well. He might be thinking about the future. He could pick someone else to lead. But the military still has power. They might want to control things behind the scenes.
The war is not over. Many think it will start again. Iran still has many missiles. It also has materials for nuclear bombs. The world is worried about what Iran will do next.
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How might the recent conflict impact the legitimacy and authority of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the Supreme Leader of Iran?
Could the reported ceasefire be a cover for a secret deal between Iran and Israel to consolidate power and eliminate dissent?
Will the Supreme Leader's first post-war selfie be a triumphant victory pose or a sad face next to a pile of rubble?
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