Maral Karimi

In this engaging discussion, Maral Karimi, an academic at Toronto Metropolitan University and author of a critical work on the 2009 Green Movement, dives into the multi-faceted socio-political landscape of Iran. She highlights the important role of women in protests and how the youth, especially Gen Z, navigate their frustrations. Karimi warns against simplistic narratives and discusses the dangers of U.S. intervention, asserting it could unify support for the regime. She provides insights into Iran's complex history and outlines the gravity of current socio-political dynamics.