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Ahmad Vahidi Emerges as Key Hawk Shaping Iran's Line on Israel and the U.S.
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57% centerFirst reported by Ynet · Jun 14, 2026
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A Wall Street Journal report says Ahmad Vahidi has become a central hardliner shaping Iran’s policy toward Israel and the United States. He reportedly backed missile strikes on Israel, pushed for a tougher negotiating line, and urges Iran to preserve its missile arsenal and frozen funds before any deal with Washington.
- 01Vahidi is now a major hardline force in Iran’s policy toward Israel and the U.S.
- 02He reportedly backed missile strikes on Israel after the Beirut attacks.
- 03He wants Iran to restore deterrence before any agreement with Washington.
- 04His demands include keeping missiles and access to frozen overseas funds.
- 05Interpol issued a 2007 warrant over the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing.
- 06Tehran denies any involvement in that attack.
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Now 14Right · HebrewJun 14, 2026
Ahmad Vahidi Emerges as Key Hawk Shaping Iran's Line on Israel and the U.S.
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJun 14, 2026
Iranian Guard Commander Emerges as Key Decision Maker on Strikes Against Israel
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 14, 2026
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Chief Emerges as Key Obstacle to U.S. Deal
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