Is Iran operating without its top leader? Mojtaba Khamenei ‘out of contact’ during war with Israel

Reports by Iran International claim that communication with senior Iranian leadership has been disrupted, raising questions about coordination within Tehran’s decision-making structure amid escalating regional tensions. According to the report, contact with key officials, including Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been established since Sunday night. The situation has fueled speculation over whether recent military actions against Israel were conducted under pre-approved operational protocols rather than real-time leadership coordination. Iranian authorities have not issued any official confirmation or denial regarding the alleged communication breakdown, and details remain unverified as exchanges of fire continue in the region.