- Iran threatens Gulf nations via the Strait of Hormuz as geopolitical tensions rise, coinciding with a visit by Marco Rubio to the Middle East.
- Geopolitical tensions and resolutions concerning the Iran situation are influencing market volatility in the Middle East.
- Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as supreme leader, triggering ceremonies in Iraq and postponing a war in the Middle East.
- Elite factions, including the IRGC, were involved in the leadership transition following Ali Khamenei's death.
The IRGC is facing condemnation for ongoing violence, while Mojtaba Khamenei's elevation is being contested following Ali Khamenei's death.
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What happened
The IRGC is facing condemnation for ongoing violence, while Mojtaba Khamenei's elevation is being contested following Ali Khamenei's death.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.NCRI rejects supreme leadership while resistance units target IRGC operations.1 source
IRGC condemned for violence; Mojtaba Khamenei's succession is contested after Ali Khamenei's death.1 source
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Elite factions, including the IRGC, were involved in the leadership transition following Ali Khamenei's death.Also in this story
- A leadership crisis unfolded on July 1st, involving clashes over political direction and a conspiracy to install Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in power.
- Regime insiders are involved in a power struggle concerning the leadership of the Iranian regime.
- Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father as Iran's supreme leader and is now leading Tehran's push for a US-Iran peace agreement.
The entities involved
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
military organization to protect the political system of the Islamic Republic in Iran
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Mojtaba Khamenei
cleric and 3rd Supreme Leader of Iran since 2026
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Ali Khamenei
cleric and former Supreme Leader of Iran from 1989 to 2026 (1939–2026)
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- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a victory statement following the US withdrawal on October 1, 2026.
- Ali Mohammadi is identified as a political deputy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy.
- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated its role in protecting Iran's national interests and security.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- ncr-iran.org
- ncr-iran.orgResistance Units Weekly Report: Nationwide Operations Target Tehran’s Campaign of Terror - NCRI