Pezeshkian vs. Vahidi: Serious Internal Rift Between Political Leadership and Revolutionary Guards, According to Iran International

A serious rift appears to be emerging within the Iranian power structure between President Masoud Pezeshkian and Commander-in-Chief of the Revolutionary Guards Ahmad Vahidi, according to a report by Iran International. The disagreement concerns the management of the war and its economic cost, with Pezeshkian warning of a potential collapse of the Iranian economy in a few weeks if a ceasefire is not reached. He is also seeking the return of executive powers to the government, which was rejected by Vahidi. The situation is worsening with increasing economic pressure, including empty ATMs and disruptions to banking services.