Claim by Benjamin Netanyahu: Assassinating Ayatollah Khamenei would end the conflict between Israel and Iran
Keeping the War Between Israel and Iran Alive: A bold statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims that the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, could put an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. But, Thierry Coville, a researcher at the Institute of International and Strategic Relations, raises some important questions about the reality of this assertion.
Now, let's delve deeper into the enigmatic figure of Ayatollah Khamenei. He's the powerhouse behind the Islamic Republic of Iran, serving as its spiritual guide and political puppet master. His influence extends far beyond simple direction-giving; he's the one calling the shots, decisively steering the nation's course. No one else in Iran matches his gravitas, and his assassination would create a significant power vacuum.
However, would eliminating Khamenei truly bring an end to the war? That's a big "maybe". The Islamic Republic of Iran, a country with a history of regular invasions, has shown surprising resilience in the face of adversity. The risk is that a successor might be even more radical, out of step with the majority of the population, potentially worsening the conflict.
The hostility towards Israel dates back to the 1960s. Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, voiced criticism of the Shah's alliance with Israel during his early speeches as a political figure. The refusal to recognize Israel and the call for military resistance against Israel are rooted in a radical ideology that forms the core of the Islamic Republic of Iran's agenda.
When it comes to Iran's nuclear program, Khamenei has been in power since the death of Khomeini in 1989. But the decision to pursue nuclear weapons was made in the mid-1980s when it became clear that international law would not protect Iran from external attacks. The strategic intention was to have a deterrent against potential aggressors like Iraq. So, it's not just Khamenei driving the nuclear program; it's also Iran's desire for self-defense and a way to utilize its specialized nuclear engineers.
The notion that removing Khamenei would solve all the problems is oversimplified. The new leadership would need to navigate domestic politics and deal with potentially destabilizing power struggles. Moreover, the conflict with Israel might escalate further due to increased regional instability and potential retaliation from Iran's allies. The international community would respond cautiously, perhaps engaging in diplomatic efforts or imposing additional sanctions on Iran.
In essence, Ayatollah Khamenei's role is essential in shaping Iran's stance in the conflict with Israel. The possibility of his assassination could lead to domestic power struggles, increased regional tensions, and potential escalations in the conflict. The idea of a swift and easy resolution to the conflict is overly optimistic, given the complexities involved.
- Despite the assertion that Khamenei's death could end the conflict between Israel and Iran, the Islamic Republic of Iran, with its history of resilience in war-and-conflicts, might experience domestic power struggles, potentially leading to a successor who is more radical and worsening the situation.
- In the realm of French politics and general news, Thierry Coville, a researcher at the Institute of International and Strategic Relations, has raised questions about the oversimplified notion that eliminating Khamenei would lead to a swift and easy resolution to the conflict between Israel and Iran, given the complexities involved.
