Browsing: Danny Citrinowicz

Iranian leaders look to leverage a conditional ceasefire with Washington to protect domestic stability and secure critical regional alliances.

War saved Iran’s regime. External pressure killed reform, empowered hardliners, and suppressed the protests that were already weakening the system.

“Missile launches, public messaging, and digital activity combine to produce a cumulative effect of intimidation, attrition, and demoralization.”

Iran expands influence over Thailand’s Shiite community via religious and cultural institutions, posing a “soft power” threat to Israeli interests.

Facing Iran’s violent unrest, the U.S. considers military strikes to support protesters and pressure the regime, risking major regional escalation.