US intelligence assesses Mojtaba Khamenei's role in Iran's wartime leadership

US intelligence reports suggest that Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of Iran, remains a central figure in directing the country's war strategy and negotiations with the United States. Since an attack that killed his father and several senior military leaders, Khamenei has not appeared in public, leading to ongoing speculation about his health and whereabouts. Sources cited by CNN indicate he sustained severe injuries, including burns and potential limb loss, which have left him incapacitated to the point of relying on messengers rather than electronic communications. Despite his physical isolation and medical treatment, US agencies believe he continues to coordinate with top officials on military strategy. Intelligence estimates state that Iran is currently recovering from US airstrikes while maintaining significant military capabilities. Although the regime is described as fragmented, officials believe it can withstand several months of American blockade. The Trump administration is reportedly continuing efforts to seek a diplomatic conclusion to the conflict.