Iran's Leadership Divided Over Response to Hamas Leader's Assassination

President Pezeshkian and IRGC clash on whether to strike Israeli cities or Mossad bases in neighboring countries

Overview

IRGC advocates for direct missile strikes on Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities.
President Pezeshkian prefers targeting Mossad bases in Azerbaijan and Iraqi Kurdistan.
Supreme Leader Khamenei holds the final decision on Iran's retaliation.
Iranian proxies like Hezbollah may act independently, complicating the situation.
U.S. and regional mediators work to de-escalate tensions and achieve a Gaza ceasefire.