Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intelligence says

Updated on: May 24, 2026 / 6:07 PM EDT / CBS News

Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intelligence says

TL;DR

  • U.S. intelligence suggests Iran's supreme leader is in hiding at an undisclosed location.
  • Communication with the supreme leader relies on a network of couriers, leading to significant delays.
  • This communication challenge impacts negotiations and the emergence of details regarding deals with Iran.
  • Iranian leaders are taking extreme security measures, staying in fortified bunkers and avoiding unnecessary communication.
  • The supreme leader has communicated broad negotiation directives to subordinates.