Astonishing early Iran war goal: Hand power back to the man who wanted Israel to be ‘wiped off the map’
In the wake of Israeli strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader, a surprising plan emerged involving former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The United States and Israel considered reinstating Ahmadinejad, known for his hardline views against Israel and the U.S., as a potential leader. However, the plan faltered after Ahmadinejad was injured in an Israeli strike, leading to his disillusionment and disappearance from public view.
- ▪President Donald Trump suggested that someone from within Iran should take over after the strikes.
- ▪Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was considered for reinstatement by the U.S. and Israel despite his controversial past.
- ▪Ahmadinejad was injured in an Israeli strike aimed at freeing him from house arrest, which led to his disillusionment.
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