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Unveiled threats: Iran's patient protesters

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Iran's Resistance: Protests and Regime Challenges

This chapter examines the surge of protests in Iran following the death of a young Kurdish girl, highlighting widespread dissent against the hijab mandate and the Islamic Republic. Despite the regime's oppressive response and internal divisions among its leaders, public defiance persists, particularly in universities and demonstrations. The chapter also addresses the deteriorating economic conditions, external sanctions, and the government's challenges in managing rising unrest.

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