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How Could Iran Happen ? An Autopsy .
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from foreignpolicy.com · United States · Middle East
The article provides an analysis, or "autopsy," of the circumstances surrounding developments in Iran. This suggests a deep dive into the political and societal factors that have shaped the country's current state.
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