Succession of Larijani in Iran's National Security: Challenges and Choices
March 18, 2026
The replacement of Ali Larijani in Iran's national security following his death will not be easy. The next advisor will be appointed by President Masoud Pezeshkian, and potential candidate Saeed Jalili is a likely choice. Jalili is known as a hardliner and was the chief nuclear negotiator, but may not be as adept as Larijani. Analysts believe his appointment could signal a shift towards hardliners and will impact Iran's relations with the U.S. and Israel. The situation is critical, as the new appointee will play a significant role in upcoming negotiations.