Amid War With Israel, Iran Pursues Enemies From Within
Iranian authorities are sweeping up hundreds of people deemed suspected spies or infiltrators. Some worry the campaign could become a broader crackdown on political opponents and minorities.
Iranian authorities are sweeping up hundreds of people deemed suspected spies or infiltrators. Some worry the campaign could become a broader crackdown on political opponents and minorities.
While many in Iran’s divided diaspora opposed Israel’s campaign, some took the war as a chance to amplify their ideas about Iran’s future.
There was no immediate confirmation from the Israeli or Iranian governments of a cease-fire, but Qatar has long worked to present itself as capable of narrowing the gaps between warring parties.
Through revolution and upheaval, the program has become intertwined with the country’s security and national identity.
The mood in the government after the U.S. attacks is one of defeat and humiliation. But state media are showing people going about their daily routines.
The United States’ overnight attack could cause further escalation. To Israelis, it is already seen as a victory for Israel, and for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Iranians managed to gain some unreliable connection to the internet on Friday after a near-total blackout that lasted four days.
Iranians managed to gain some unreliable connection to the internet on Friday after a near-total blackout that lasted four days.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has picked replacements in case military commanders die in Israeli strikes. He has also named possible replacements for himself.
The Iranian regime finds itself in its most difficult position 46 years after the revolution that brought it to power. But does it mean the end?