Reza Pahlavi: Iran's Exiled Prince Eyes Return After Khamenei's Death

• Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death plunges Iran into uncertainty, bringing exiled former crown prince Reza Pahlavi back into focus.
• Pahlavi, son of Iran’s last Shah, presents himself as a transitional leader with a democratic plan for a post-Khamenei Islamic Republic.
• He hailed Khamenei's killing, declaring the Islamic Republic's end and urging security forces to join a transition.
• Pahlavi, living in exile for over four decades, has gained prominence amid anti-government protests, with some chanting his name.
• He envisions a transitional role, leading to a new constitution and free elections, not a return to absolute monarchy.