Iran Expert Warns of Civil War Risk as New Supreme Leader Takes Hardline Stance

The selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran's new supreme leader signals a hardline approach that could strengthen the Revolutionary Guards and increase the risk of civil war, according to Iranian affairs expert Lenka Hrabalová from the Association for International Affairs. Hrabalová, speaking to Slovak media, warned that the choice of the son of the deceased ayatollah confirms the regime's dynastization and creates internal contradictions within the Islamic Republic. The expert outlined multiple negative scenarios for Iran's future development, suggesting the leadership change could destabilize the country further. The analysis comes as Iran faces ongoing internal tensions and international pressure, with observers closely watching how the new leadership will navigate domestic opposition and regional conflicts.