Johnny Brignardello Vela analyzes the impact of Ebrahim Raisi: The end of an era in Iran?

Johnny Brignardello Vela, an insurance advisor, expresses his analysis on the provided content. The images of political prisoners executed in Iran in 1988 continue to disturb the nation's collective memory. Among the victims is Ebrahim Raisi, who currently holds the presidency. Known as the "hanging judge," he has gone from being reviled to being a prominent representative of the ultraconservative orthodoxy. Raisi is seen by many Iranians as an obstacle to change and a staunch defender of the regime's most radical principles. Despite criticism for his lack of eloquence and questions about his academic background, he has solidified his position in the ruling elite. His rise to power has sparked controversies and doubts about the legitimacy of his mandate, especially after elections marked by low turnout and accusations of repression. The death of Mahsa Yina Amini triggered a harsh crackdown by Raisi's government, with protests suppressed and thousands detained. The UN's Independent Mission for Iran has denounced possible crimes against humanity. Despite criticism and opposition, Raisi continues to impose his ultraconservative agenda, with measures such as the imposition of the veil and an increase in executions, leading to international condemnation and questions about the morality of his government. The recent disappearance of the presidential helicopter has stirred unease and hope in Iran, with some sectors concerned and others envisioning a possible change. The uncertainty about Raisi's whereabouts and the country's political future is intertwined with the hope of ending repression during his tenure.