Iran's regime faces breakdown without policy change

theguardian.com

Iran's regime faces potential breakdown in civil order due to inflexible policies and high hostility towards the US. The death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has revealed a divided Iran, with celebrations of his demise contrasting with official mourning. The regime's military power remains, but its long-term survival is uncertain amidst mounting leadership losses and strained resources. Despite calls for de-escalation from regional partners like the UAE, Iran's leadership appears set to double down on authoritarianism, potentially leading to societal implosion and wider geopolitical instability.


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