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‘It’s our moment’: rival exiles lobby the US to lead Iran after the war

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Iranian exile groups are intensifying lobbying efforts in Washington to position themselves as potential leaders of a post-war Iran, amid escalating regional conflicts and domestic unrest. Rival factions—including monarchists, secular democrats, and exiled opposition figures—are competing for U.S. backing, arguing their visions for Iran’s future align with Western interests. The push follows years of protests and economic crises in Iran, with exiles framing the current instability as a historic opportunity to reshape the country’s political landscape. U.S. policymakers remain cautious, balancing support for regime change against risks of destabilization, while some exiles accuse Washington of hesitation in backing a clear successor. Analysts warn fragmented opposition and lack of unified leadership could undermine efforts, even as exiles insist their moment to influence Iran’s trajectory has arrived.
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