Tehran: Reports citing United States intelligence officials have claimed that Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is currently operating from an undisclosed secure location and relying on a restricted communication system involving trusted intermediaries and couriers.
According to the reports, the arrangement has reportedly complicated communication within Iran’s leadership structure and created delays in discussions between Tehran and Washington over a potential agreement. However, no official confirmation has been issued by Iranian authorities regarding the leader’s location or communication methods.
A spokesperson for the White House declined to comment on intelligence-related claims concerning Iran’s internal operations and leadership security arrangements.
Communication system reportedly affecting negotiations
According to officials cited in media reports, Iranian negotiators involved in discussions with the administration of Donald Trump have allegedly experienced difficulty in obtaining timely responses within their own governmental structure.
The reports claimed that proposals and negotiation details sent by the United States often require multiple layers of communication before reaching the Supreme Leader, resulting in delays before responses are returned.
Officials reportedly indicated that the communication process relies on intermediaries designed to conceal sensitive information, including the leader’s whereabouts.
Security measures reportedly increased after conflict
The reports further suggested that heightened security measures were implemented after injuries allegedly sustained by Khamenei during the conflict involving US and Israeli military operations.
Officials cited in the reports stated that many senior Iranian figures are believed to be operating under stricter security conditions and limiting direct communications due to fears of targeted attacks.
Media reports also claimed that several senior officials may not have direct access to the Supreme Leader and instead rely on indirect communication channels.
Negotiation process continues amid uncertainty
According to the reports, the Supreme Leader has allegedly issued broad guidance on matters open for discussion while reserving final decisions for later stages of negotiations.
Analysts note that delays in communication could potentially affect the pace of diplomatic discussions involving sensitive regional and security issues.
However, many of the claims surrounding internal communications and leadership arrangements remain based on intelligence assessments and media reports, and independent verification has not been publicly provided.