Politics● ElevatedAug 22 · Aug 22, 2026, 1:15 PM
Why Does the Iranian Regime Cling to War When Its Own Officials Warn of Social Explosion ?
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from irannewsupdate.com · Iran
The article questions why the Iranian regime continues its pursuit of war despite internal warnings from its officials about potential social unrest. This highlights the regime's policy choices amidst domestic concerns.
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