The unexpected death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter accident while returning from the inauguration of a dam on the border with Azerbaijan has left the regime in shock. Raisi was a conservative hardliner who faced criticism for his tough stance on domestic and foreign policy issues.
The circumstances surrounding the helicopter crash are still unknown, but rescue teams had to work through dense fog and mountainous terrain to reach the wreckage, which took all night. The tragedy has caused concern among Iranians who fear that it could lead to instability and further tensions with other countries.
Raisi’s death marks a significant loss for the Iranian regime, which has been grappling with various challenges both domestically and internationally. Under his leadership, Iran became more authoritarian and faced economic hardships, protests, and increased tension with the West.
Mohsen Mokhber, Raisi’s deputy, will serve as acting president until a new president is elected within 50 days. It is likely that a conservative candidate will succeed him, maintaining Iran’s current direction. However, if there were any doubts about the crash being an accident, it could complicate the situation in Iran and the Middle East even further.
