Bombed, Beheaded, But Not Broken: Why Iran’s Regime Hasn’t Splintered

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• – Iran's authoritarian leadership has a history of surviving violent attacks on its top officials.
• – The regime's ability to maintain power despite numerous attempts on its leaders' lives suggests a strong succession plan and internal stability.
• – Iran's unique system of governance, which emphasizes the role of the Supreme Leader and the military, helps to prevent the regime from splintering into factions.