The Importance of Ali Larijani for Governance in Iran
March 17, 2026
Ali Larijani, head of Iran's National Security, is considered a central figure in the functioning of the Iranian system. His reported assassination differs from that of Ali Khamenei, as Larijani was the one managing the country’s internal and international relations. His experience, which includes many high-ranking positions, makes him irreplaceable in governance. His death raises questions about the future of governance in Iran. Many doubt whether there is anyone else who can keep the system united.