Iran's disfigured supreme leader remains invisible six months into an existential war

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader, has been unseen and unheard for six months after being wounded—no photos, videos or public speeches.
Officials insist he still makes key decisions from the background, but his absence is eroding public confidence and fueling rumours.
The Revolutionary Guards and a small circle of top officials are now driving policy as Iran grapples with war-related economic strain and high-stakes choices.