The Story Could Iran's leader fall?
Jun 24, 2025
Joining the discussion is Mohsen Milani, a Professor of Politics at the University of South Florida and author of The Making of Iran's Islamic Revolution. He explores whether the current crisis could topple Iran's leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and the public's complex views on foreign intervention. Milani delves into the historical impact of the 1953 coup on current sentiments, and how the geopolitical tensions with the U.S. and Israel shape Iran’s internal and external dynamics. What happens next for Iran hangs in the balance.
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Regime Resilience and Regional Lessons
- The Iranian regime remains intact despite attacks; war often rallies citizens behind their government.
- Iranians fear foreign-led regime change due to examples from neighboring countries showing chaos.
Iran's Proxy Power Remains
- Iran's regional influence is weakened but still active through proxies like Houthis and Hezbollah.
- Iran can disrupt global economy by threatening shipping and oil supply routes in coordination with allies.
Fear After Bombings in Iran
- Journalist Fatemeh Jamalpour described Iranian people's disbelief and fear after Israel's bombings.
- Many feel these attacks strengthen the regime's anger, risking harsher repression internally.