Iran diplomacy wobbles as factions compete to avoid looking soft on US
Apparent divisions over negotiations with the United States may have strengthened the most confrontational elements within Iran’s political landscape and facilitated the rise of new hardline actors.
Backed by the more uncompromising faction within the senior ranks of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), these emerging hardliners have been testing their ability to disrupt talks that already face significant obstacles.
Within the IRGC itself, commanders appear to be split into at least two camps, which despite their rivalry, share a core objective: ensuring the survival of the Islamic Republic.
Their disagreement lies in the methods and strategic direction needed to achieve that goal.
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