AMICHAI STEIN

Several prominent political figures were said by state media to be marching in Tehran at the time, including Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and FM Abbas Araghchi.

“Regime change may be a consequence of the operation; it does not necessarily have to be part of the military campaign itself,” Sa'ar said.

Officials from the four countries are trying to persuade the Iranians to begin discussions with the Americans.

Iran is using Mojtaba Khamenei's injuries to craft a hero image, but experts question if he is truly in charge, citing his silence and absence from public view since his appointment.

Bank Sepah is a state-run institution, largely responsible for paying the salaries of Iran's military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Critics of the regime say the lack of public appearances raises questions about who is actually directing Iran’s government.

“This doesn’t necessarily mean there is a large gap between the Israeli and American positions on the issue,” officials say, “but the president’s remarks raise some concerns."

The real estate products were allegedly bought with the help of Ali Ansari, 57, an Iranian banker connected to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Mojtaba Khamenei's ascension to Iran's supreme leader exposes the regime's vulnerabilities and shifts power towards the IRGC. Experts argue his rise marks the collapse of Iran's republican facade.

In recent days, the attacks on northern Israel have not stopped. Anti-tank missile incidents targeting IDF forces along the northern border have also continued.