US intelligence believes that Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, along with high-ranking officials, plays a crucial role in shaping the country's military strategy.
Modern.az reports that CNN has released information about this.
It is reported that the exact division of authority within the currently fragmented regime is still unclear, but Mojtaba Khamenei is likely helping to lead Iran's negotiations with the US regarding a ceasefire.
According to the media, Khamenei has not appeared in public since he was seriously injured in an attack at the beginning of the war, which killed his father and several high-ranking military leaders of the country. This has led to various speculations about his health and his role in the structure of Iranian leadership.
According to CNN, the Donald Trump administration continues to try to achieve a diplomatic solution to the conflict. The ceasefire has lasted for more than a month, and US intelligence believes that Iran has gained certain advantages even after the US bombings. The bombings did not completely destroy Iran's significant military potential and allowed the country to withstand the US blockade for several more months.
According to sources, Khamenei was declared Iran's new supreme leader a few days after the strike that injured him, replacing his father. However, to this day, US intelligence has not been able to visually confirm his location.
The source added that one of the reasons for the uncertainty is that Khamenei does not use any electronic communication. He only communicates with people he can meet in person or through messages sent via a courier.
According to sources, Khamenei "remains in isolation as he continues to receive medical attention for his injuries. He has severe burn marks on one side of his p - his face, arm, torso, and leg."
CNN claims that Mazaher Hosseini, head of the protocol department of the Iranian supreme leader's office, said on Friday that Khamenei is recovering from his injuries and is currently in full health. According to him, Khamenei suffered minor injuries to his leg and back, and a small shrapnel hit behind his ear, but the wounds are healing.
According to sources, what US officials know about Khamenei's condition is mainly based on information obtained from those who communicate with him.
However, there are some doubts among intelligence analysts: some individuals in Iran's power structures may be using Khamenei's influence to advance their own agendas by claiming to have access to him. According to US intelligence reports, the war has weakened Iran's military potential, but has not completely destroyed it.
