Who determines Iran’s fighting and negotiating position amid US threats?

What happened: Negotiations to prevent further war between Iran and the US are under way, and the stagnant process has highlighted who holds power within Iran's government. Why it matters: Power has shifted toward IRGC commanders and security officials. Analyst Sina Toossi said any agreement must have the backing of Iran's security-military establishment, as talks now cover the Strait of Hormuz and guarantees against renewed attacks.

Negotiations to prevent further war between Iran and the US are under way, and the stagnant process has highlighted who holds power within Iran's government.

Power has shifted toward IRGC commanders and security officials. Analyst Sina Toossi said any agreement must have the backing of Iran's security-military establishment, as talks now cover the Strait of Hormuz and guarantees against renewed attacks.