Tag: Islamic Republic
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Iran Protests Tests Regime Unity: What Comes Next
Overview: A Nation in the Streets In recent weeks, Iran has witnessed a surge of nationwide demonstrations that have tested the resilience of the Islamic Republic’s leadership. What began as localized expressions of discontent have evolved into a broad movement that spans major cities and rural towns alike. The protests center on issues long at…
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Khamenei Leverage and Iran’s Regional Strategy: Risks Ahead
Introduction: A Different Kind of Leverage From Caracas to the Gulf, Tehran has sought to project influence through a mix of alliances, proxies, and diplomatic maneuvering. Unlike the high-profile, often abrupt coercions that accompany some regimes, Iran’s leverage under Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rests on a dense network of partners and channels that can absorb shocks…