Farhad Mamedov: Larijani's Death Can Be Considered the End of a Period of War
The death of Larijani can be considered the end of one of the periods of the US/Israel war against Iran.
In this way, the entire military leadership of Iran has been replaced.
A new Rahbar is not visible. His role was filled by the appearance of Larijani and the Iranian Foreign Minister, who spoke on his behalf.
Larijani was the last leader who received legitimacy from Khamenei Sr. and headed a structure that held de facto power, though not according to the Constitution. This was, in a way, a Headquarters that made decisions. The power of this structure stemmed from the Rahbar and Larijani's personal authority. Now, both are no longer alive...
It can be confidently stated that Israel will increase strikes on Iran's military leaders to widen the gaps in the decision-making process.
The moderation of Iran's internal politics by the US/Israel is in full swing.
Let us see which branch of power will begin to challenge the established system of state authority in Iran. De facto power lies with the IRGC, but legitimacy rests more with the President and Parliament.
Right now, there is a significant threat of Pezeshkian's assassination by the IRGC.
I am curious whether Araghchi called Baku yesterday before or after the news of Larijani's death. This is important to understand the level of semi-threats reflected in the Iranian version of the press release about the conversation.
Author: Head of the Center for South Caucasus Studies, Farhad Mamedov
