How robust is the Iranian state system?
Iran shows government buildings destroyed by US-Israeli strikes
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Following Israeli-US strikes in March 2026, Iran faces significant pressure after the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The Inside Story program examines the robustness of Iran's state systems in the wake of these attacks. The program discusses the complex process of selecting Khamenei's successor. Experts Ibrahim Fraihat, Sanam Vakil, and Elijah Magnier analyze Iran's political structure and its resilience under duress. The discussion aims to understand how Iran functions and whether its systems can withstand the current challenges. The program seeks to provide context on the potential ramifications of these events.
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AI-ExtractedSanam Vakil is the Director of the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House.
Ibrahim Fraihat is an Associate Professor at the Doha Institute.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khameni killed in attacks by the United States and Israel on Saturday.
The complex process of selecting his successor is already under way.
Israeli-US strikes put Iran under its greatest pressure since 1979.
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