Iran’s Leaders Show Unity at Funeral, But Who Is Really in Charge?

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence from a key funeral has sparked fresh questions inside Iran’s political circles. The missing figure, seen by many as a potential successor, has allowed long-simmering divisions among the country’s leaders to surface openly. While the funeral itself presented a moment of public unity, the lack of a clear decision-maker has left analysts wondering who is truly running the nation. The rift highlights the fragile state of Iran’s leadership behind closed doors.