The Iranian Opposition and the Question of Separatism

The Iranian Opposition and the Question of Separatism

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The Iranian opposition is often criticized for refusing to engage with separatist parties, yet this position is both principled and justified. This paper offers a threefold defense of the opposition’s stance. First, territorial integrity is a legal right of the state enshrined in international law—not an individual entitlement—and is essential for sovereignty and stability. In…

Why Fragmenting Iran Could Trigger a Global Security Crisis

Why Fragmenting Iran Could Trigger a Global Security Crisis

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The proposition of supporting separatist movements in Iran presents significant risks with far-reaching regional as well as global implications. While it might appear as an effective short-term strategy to destabilize and destroy the Islamic Republic of Iran, fragmenting the Iranian nation into smaller states would exacerbate regional instability, empower extremist and criminal networks, and disrupt…