POLITICSTIMES OF ISRAEL
Iran’s leadership vacuum leaves two factions battling for control over war’s aim
Iran's leadership vacuum has led to a conflict between ultra-hardliners, who seek 'total victory' in the war and oppose compromise, and pragmatists, who advocate using military pressure to negotiate a deal.
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