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The Illusion of Choice: Islamic Republic’s Presidential Elections
After the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, the Islamic Republic of Iran announced new presidential elections. The Guardian Council, a key body loyal to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, rigorously vetted and excluded candidates, ensuring only regime-approved individuals…
Iran and the Reality on Its Ground
The discourse on overthrowing Iran’s Islamic Republic often centers on forming a broad opposition coalition, but this overlooks the complexity of Iran’s political landscape since 1979. Advocating for a nuanced approach rooted in historical analysis and Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s…
The Hijab in Iran: The Islamic Republic’s Berlin Wall?
Following Mahsa Jina Amini’s death, a national movement against the Islamic Republic regime in Iran, advocating for a secular, free Iran has noticeably intensified. The symbolism for this uprising, particularly the rejection of the hijab, and the potential for unified…
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Iran’s Shadow Diplomacy: The Unveiling of the Iran Experts Initiative
Leaked emails have revealed the Iran Experts Initiative (IEI), a covert network designed by the Islamic Republic of Iran’s diplomatic unit. Initiated in 2014, the IEI aimed to enhance Iran’s global sway by infiltrating think tanks. These leaks spotlight connections between Iranian experts and the Biden administration, extending the IEI’s influence even to European think…