Khamenei Appoints Ali Larijani Amid Succession Fears and US Strike Concerns

Iran's Supreme Leader has reportedly appointed close ally Ali Larijani as the country's de facto leader, sidelining the elected president, amidst rising fears of US strikes and assassination.

22 Feb, 13:59 — 22 Feb, 14:09

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Why this matters

This story is significant as it indicates deep instability and fear within Iran's leadership regarding its future and external threats. Khamenei's alleged moves to secure succession and prepare for attacks suggest a potential shift in power dynamics and heightened regional tensions, impacting global security and the stability of the Iranian regime.

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both outlets report on Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei taking steps to secure the regime's future, citing The New York Times and fears of US strikes and assassination. While largely aligned on the underlying concerns, the articles diverge on the specific actions Khamenei is reportedly taking.

Coverage matrix

	yle-uutiset	jerusalem-post
The appointment of Ali Larijani as the country's de facto leader, sidelining Masoud Pezeshkian.
Khamenei instructing his inner circle to preserve the Islamist regime and Iran's leadership drafting plans for US and Israeli attacks.

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What sources agree on

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is taking steps to ensure the survival of the Islamist regime.
These actions are prompted by rising fears of US strikes and/or assassination.
The information regarding Khamenei's actions originates from a report by The New York Times.

Where they diverge

The specific nature of Khamenei's actions to secure the regime's future.

yle-uutiset

Khamenei has instructed his inner circle to preserve the Islamist regime and is preparing for assassination, with Iran's leadership drafting plans for potential US and Israeli attacks.

jerusalem-post

Khamenei has appointed his close ally, Ali Larijani, as the country’s de facto leader, sidelining the elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian.

Key claims2 agreed · 4 unverified

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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is taking steps to ensure the survival of the Islamist regime.

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Khamenei's actions are in response to fears of US strikes and/or assassination.

agreed·yle-uutisetjerusalem-post

Khamenei has appointed Ali Larijani as the country's de facto leader.

unverified·jerusalem-post

Coverage gaps

The appointment of Ali Larijani as the country's de facto leader, sidelining Masoud Pezeshkian.

Reportedjerusalem-post

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Khamenei instructing his inner circle to preserve the Islamist regime and Iran's leadership drafting plans for US and Israeli attacks.

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Missingjerusalem-post

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yle-uutiset

NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

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jerusalem-post

Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

Key entities

Ayatollah Ali KhameneiIran's Supreme Leader Ali LarijaniAppointed de facto leader Masoud PezeshkianElected President of Iran IranCountry whose leadership is under scrutiny United StatesPerceived threat to Iran IsraelPerceived threat to Iran The New York TimesOriginal source of the reported information

Coverage Timeline

First report: jerusalem-post · 22 Feb, 13:59|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 10m|Window: 10m

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jerusalem-post22 Feb, 13:59First to report

Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

yle-uutiset22 Feb, 14:09Latest update

NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

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yle-uutiset2h ago

NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

Sanomalehti The New York Times kertoo, että Iranin ylin johtaja, ajatollah Ali Khamenei, on ohjeistanut lähipiiriään islamistisen hallinnon säilyttämiseksi.

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jerusalem-post3h ago

Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

Iran’s supreme leader has appointed his close ally, Ali Larijani, as the country’s de facto leader, sidelining the elected president, Masoud Pezeshkian.

Read full article →

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Khamenei Appoints Ali Larijani Amid Succession Fears and US Strike Concerns

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Center

NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

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Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

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Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

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NYT: Khamenei varautuu salamurhaan – Iranin johto laatii suunnitelmia Yhdysvaltojen ja Israelin hyökkäyksen varalle

Khamenei takes steps to ensure succession amid rising fears of US strikes, assassination - NYT

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