Islamic Republic

Khomeini advised that to maintain victory, Iranians “must stay away from pointless disputes, disputes that are the product of ego and self-centeredness.”

Trump’s comments backing Iran’s ballistic missile program have sparked concern, with critics warning they could undermine key security gains from recent regional conflict.

The Iranian crown prince said any deal with Tehran will fail, arguing it empowers a regime that continues to repress and execute political opponents.

Liberman also called for regime change efforts, establishing a new IDF missile corps, argued the Mossad should focus on toppling Iran's regime, and advocated a tougher stance toward Hezbollah.

Iran's participation in the tournament has been beset by controversy against the backdrop of the war, which began in February when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.

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In recent days, Trump has signaled increasing frustration with Tehran’s refusal to make meaningful concessions. The Iranian regime continues to follow the same playbook it has used for decades.

A narrow agreement may ease immediate tensions, but Tehran’s missiles, proxies, repression, and strategy of escalation remain the larger threat

Political Islam, or Islamism, despite its modern aspects and appearance, has its roots in the original Islam of Medina. It was there that the Prophet Muhammad established the first Islamic state.

As long as the parallel structures of the IRGC dictate Iran’s wealth, institutional moderation is an impossibility.