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 could run. The superficial conservative versus reformist narrative highlights that approved candidates, including the so-called…
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 visionary leadership, it suggests that past unity against the Shah is flawed and emphasizes Prince…
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 opposition led by Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi towards establishing a pluralistic secular democracy, are explored….
“The Woman, Life, Freedom” movement reflects Iran’s enduring struggle for secular democracy, echoing through its history from the liberal reign of Cyrus the Great to the present challenges under Islamic rule. Highlighting the Pahlavi dynasty’s secular reforms, particularly in advancing women’s rights and abolishing the compulsory veil, the narrative underscores the ongoing conflict between modernity…
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…
Recent scandals in Iran’s province of Gilan have exposed a deep-seated hypocrisy within the Islamic regime, revealing a contradiction between public moral posturing and private conduct. High-ranking officials have been caught in explicit acts, leading to public outrage. These scandals are not isolated incidents but reflect a systemic failure to uphold Islamic laws and moral…