Who actually runs Iran right now? The key power players as Trump claims talks to 'top' official

Fox News - World National SecurityNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by Efrat LachterMarch 24, 2026 at 08:08 PM

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Amidst claims of ongoing talks between the U.S. and Iran, the article examines the power dynamics within the Iranian government. President Trump asserts that the U.S. is in contact with key Iranian figures seeking a deal, while Tehran denies negotiations. The article suggests that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has become the dominant force in Iran's political system, particularly after recent conflicts. The Supreme National Security Council serves as the main forum for coordinating military and foreign policy under the IRGC's influence. An expert suggests that the U.S. should focus on weakening the IRGC rather than negotiating with them, and support the Iranian people. The article highlights the shift towards a wartime system with overlapping power centers in Iran.

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National Security

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Key Claims (5)

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There is more IRGC control over the state than ever before, but the state is weaker than ever before.

quote — Behnam Ben Taleblu90% confidence

The Supreme National Security Council is Iran’s top forum for coordinating military and foreign policy.

factual — Article90% confidence

Tehran publicly denies negotiations are taking place.

factual — Article90% confidence

The U.S. claims it is engaged in talks with a "top" Iranian figure.

factual — Article90% confidence

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has emerged as the dominant force in Iran’s political system.

factual — Intelligence assessments and recent reporting80% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Washington, D.C. 35% Israel 40% Foundation for Defense of Democracies 50% Behnam Ben Taleblu ×260% Tehran ×270% Supreme National Security Council ×275% United States ×280% Donald Trump 90% Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) ×695% Iran ×6100%

Keywords

iran 100% islamic revolutionary guard corps 90% negotiations 80% power players 70% u.s. 60% political system 60% military 50% supreme national security council 50% foreign policy 40%

Sentiment Analysis

Negative

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Fox News - World

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News Report

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90%

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Iran

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