Trump is trying to negotiate with an Iranian regime at war with itself
Internal power struggles within Iran's leadership are intensifying, with rival factions vying for control amid growing uncertainty surrounding the status of Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The regime's opacity and conflicting narratives have raised doubts about its stability and legitimacy, both domestically and internationally. As the U.S., under President Donald Trump, maintains economic pressure, the Iranian government faces mounting challenges to its authority and cohesion.
- ▪Rival factions within Iran's leadership, including those led by Ahmad Vahidi, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and Mohammad Zolghadr, are engaged in an open power struggle.
- ▪Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has been kept hidden, fueling speculation about his health or possible death.
- ▪The Assembly of Experts and regime-affiliated clerics claim Mojtaba Khamenei is alive, but these statements are viewed by some as politically motivated.
- ▪U.S. and Israeli intelligence agencies have not confirmed Mojtaba Khamenei's current status or the legitimacy of his potential succession.
- ▪President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's latest diplomatic offer and continues economic sanctions amid the country's internal turmoil.
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Opinion Trump is trying to negotiate with an Iranian regime at war with itself Rival factions fight for survival as secrecy around Mojtaba Khamenei and stalling tactics expose a system in decay By Erfan Fard Fox News Published May 1, 2026 5:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump reportedly rejects Iran's offer and keeps US blockade as their economy struggles Fox News national correspondent Bryan Llenas unpacks President Donald Trump’s reported decision to reject Iran's latest offer, opting to continue the blockade on ‘America Reports.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The conflict among power factions in Tehran is no longer hidden; signs of confusion in a tense atmosphere, internal clashes and a power struggle…
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