Netanyahu And Trump Thought Killing The Supreme Leader, Would Bring Regime Change; It Didn’t Bowen

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July 17, 2026

Joseph Imo

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According to Bowen, the failure of that expectation has left Washington and its allies confronting a prolonged conflict without a clear alternative strategy.

He said Iran’s ruling establishment has remained intact despite the death of its Supreme Leader, with new leaders assuming control of the existing system rather than overseeing its collapse.

Bowen added that the new leadership appears more willing to adopt a hard-line approach, arguing that its members view the conflict as an existential struggle and have shown little willingness to concede to U.S. demands.

His remarks came as fighting between the United States and Iran continued around the Strait of Hormuz, with renewed military exchanges raising further uncertainty over prospects for a negotiated settlement…....

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