[Iran Watch #10] Hassan Khomeini: Can the Grandson of Iran’s Founder Lead Reform?
Hassan Khomeini, the reformist grandson of Ayatollah Khomeini, emerges as a potential voice for change in Iran. Can he lead a new chapter in Iranian politics amid rising tensions and hope for reform? Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Who Is Hassan Khomeini? 3. Political Ambitions and Reformist Identity 4. Obstacles and Criticisms 5. Symbolism vs. Real Power 6. Conclusion FAQ 1. Introduction In a nation defined by its revolutionary past and authoritarian present, the appearance of a reformist bearing the Khomeini name is more than symbolic. Hassan Khomeini, grandson of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founding father of the Islamic Republic, is increasingly viewed as a potential figure of change. But can he genuinely lead Iran into a more open political future? 2. Who Is Hassan Kho...