Naysan Rafati

Naysan Rafati is a senior Iran analyst at the International Crisis Group, where he focuses on Iranian politics and foreign relations. In a recent news article, Rafati discussed the challenges the U.S. faces in influencing Iran's political landscape following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, emphasizing the need for a nuanced approach to ensure continuity within the regime while addressing the discontent of the Iranian population.