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The Jacob Shapiro Podcast

#203 - Kamran Bokhari: Drinking from the Poison Chalice (fixed)

May 23, 2024
Political analyst Kamran Bokhari discusses the potential aftermath of Ebrahim Raisi's death in Iran, including succession uncertainties, conspiracy theories, and the weakening of the Supreme Leader. They also touch on the chances of an Iranian civil war and the geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East involving Houthis, Gaza, and Jordan.
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  • Iran faces uncertainty in leadership succession with questionable successors post-Khamenei.
  • Iran's nuclear ambitions could reshape global dynamics, impacting stability and regional power balances.

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The Death of Ibrahim Raisi and Iran's Future Leadership

Amid discussing the death of Ibrahim Raisi at 63, concerns about his potential as the next Supreme Leader arise. Raisi's lack of scholarly credentials and controversial past as a prosecutor, known for torture and executions, cast doubt on his suitability. With Khamenei's age and the limited viable successors, uncertainties loom over Iran's leadership succession, prompting debates on the regime's future direction.

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