Iranian Regime Puzzle

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Across
  1. 5. President from 2013-2021; negotiated the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
  2. 10. Current president (since 2021); former judiciary chief, known for his conservative policies.
  3. 11. Resolves disputes between the Majlis and the Guardian Council.
  4. 12. Controversial hardline president (2005-2013) known for nuclear expansion and anti-Western rhetoric.
  5. 13. President from 1989-1997; known for economic reforms and rebuilding after the Iran-Iraq War.
  6. 14. Led the 1979 Islamic Revolution and became Iran’s first Supreme Leader.
  7. 15. Successor to Khomeini, Iran’s Supreme Leader since 1989.
  8. 17. Enforces Islamic dress codes and behavior, also known as the Morality Police.
  9. 18. Head of government who implements policies but must follow the Supreme Leader’s direction.
Down
  1. 1. Reformist politician and 2024 presidential candidate, advocating for moderate policies.
  2. 2. Enforces Sharia law and includes Revolutionary Courts handling national security cases.
  3. 3. Head of state with ultimate authority over Iran’s government and armed forces.
  4. 4. 12-member body that vets political candidates and laws for compliance with Islamic law.
  5. 6. Iranian legislature that passes laws and can impeach the president.
  6. 7. Reformist president from 1997-2005; promoted dialogue between civilizations and press freedoms.
  7. 8. Consists of ministers who oversee different areas like health and economy.
  8. 9. Military force protecting the Islamic regime, with intelligence and business influence.
  9. 12. Elects and monitors the Supreme Leader; can theoretically remove them.
  10. 16. Special IRGC unit conducting covert operations abroad.