The Islamic Republic demonstrated resilience after the February 2026 U.S.-Israel strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with security forces containing protests and enabling a leadership transition under President Masoud Pezeshkian. Reza Pahlavi, positioned in exile as a potential transitional figure for a secular democratic system, has seen his campaign lose momentum amid donor dissatisfaction, limited coordination among fragmented opposition groups, and absence of strong endorsement from key international actors. Polling indicates divided domestic views, with favorable ratings ranging from roughly one-third to under half, while institutional barriers, his decades-long absence from Iran, and questions over domestic legitimacy have constrained momentum. Trader consensus at 96.5% against reflects these structural hurdles and the regime's demonstrated resilience through mid-2026. Late-year escalations, successful coordinated uprisings, or negotiated power-sharing arrangements could still alter trajectories, though such paths remain narrow given current conditions.
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Will Reza Pahlavi lead Iran in 2026?
4% chance
$11,697,459 Vol.
$11,697,459 Vol.
Dec 31, 2026
4% chance
$11,697,459 Vol.
$11,697,459 Vol.
Dec 31, 2026
This market will resolve to “Yes” if Reza Pahlavi de facto holds and exercises the powers of the head of state of Iran by December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.”
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
The Islamic Republic demonstrated resilience after the February 2026 U.S.-Israel strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with security forces containing protests and enabling a leadership transition under President Masoud Pezeshkian. Reza Pahlavi, positioned in exile as a potential transitional figure for a secular democratic system, has seen his campaign lose momentum amid donor dissatisfaction, limited coordination among fragmented opposition groups, and absence of strong endorsement from key international actors. Polling indicates divided domestic views, with favorable ratings ranging from roughly one-third to under half, while institutional barriers, his decades-long absence from Iran, and questions over domestic legitimacy have constrained momentum. Trader consensus at 96.5% against reflects these structural hurdles and the regime's demonstrated resilience through mid-2026. Late-year escalations, successful coordinated uprisings, or negotiated power-sharing arrangements could still alter trajectories, though such paths remain narrow given current conditions.
This market will resolve to “Yes” if Reza Pahlavi de facto holds and exercises the powers of the head of state of Iran by December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.”
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
Market Opened: Feb 28, 2026, 10:36 PM ET
Volume
$11,697,459End Date
Dec 31, 2026Market Opened
Feb 28, 2026, 10:36 PM ETResolver
0x65070BE91...This market will resolve to “Yes” if Reza Pahlavi de facto holds and exercises the powers of the head of state of Iran by December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.”
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
The Islamic Republic demonstrated resilience after the February 2026 U.S.-Israel strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with security forces containing protests and enabling a leadership transition under President Masoud Pezeshkian. Reza Pahlavi, positioned in exile as a potential transitional figure for a secular democratic system, has seen his campaign lose momentum amid donor dissatisfaction, limited coordination among fragmented opposition groups, and absence of strong endorsement from key international actors. Polling indicates divided domestic views, with favorable ratings ranging from roughly one-third to under half, while institutional barriers, his decades-long absence from Iran, and questions over domestic legitimacy have constrained momentum. Trader consensus at 96.5% against reflects these structural hurdles and the regime's demonstrated resilience through mid-2026. Late-year escalations, successful coordinated uprisings, or negotiated power-sharing arrangements could still alter trajectories, though such paths remain narrow given current conditions.
This market will resolve to “Yes” if Reza Pahlavi de facto holds and exercises the powers of the head of state of Iran by December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.”
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
Reza Pahlavi will be considered to hold power if he exercises primary governing authority over the Iranian state during the specified timeframe, including effective control over the armed forces, national institutions, and core executive decision-making, regardless of formal title, constitutional designation, or international recognition.
Formal appointment, recognition by the United Nations, or recognition by foreign governments is not required.
Indicators of de facto authority may include control over the armed forces and security services; control over executive ministries and state administrative institutions; enforcement of national laws; issuance of binding national directives; and effective control over the capital and core state infrastructure.
Symbolic status, foreign recognition without domestic control, exile leadership without effective authority inside Iran, nomination without effective authority, or ceremonial or transitional status without governing control will not qualify.
If Iran experiences a period in which no individual exercises effective governing control, this will not alone qualify for a “Yes” resolution unless Reza Pahlavi subsequently meets the criteria above within the specified timeframe.
The primary resolution source for this market will be a consensus of credible reporting.
Volume
$11,697,459End Date
Dec 31, 2026Market Opened
Feb 28, 2026, 10:36 PM ETResolver
0x65070BE91...The Islamic Republic demonstrated resilience after the February 2026 U.S.-Israel strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with security forces containing protests and enabling a leadership transition under President Masoud Pezeshkian. Reza Pahlavi, positioned in exile as a potential transitional figure for a secular democratic system, has seen his campaign lose momentum amid donor dissatisfaction, limited coordination among fragmented opposition groups, and absence of strong endorsement from key international actors. Polling indicates divided domestic views, with favorable ratings ranging from roughly one-third to under half, while institutional barriers, his decades-long absence from Iran, and questions over domestic legitimacy have constrained momentum. Trader consensus at 96.5% against reflects these structural hurdles and the regime's demonstrated resilience through mid-2026. Late-year escalations, successful coordinated uprisings, or negotiated power-sharing arrangements could still alter trajectories, though such paths remain narrow given current conditions.
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