Iran Worries US Strike Could Trigger Protests

Iran’s leadership is increasingly alarmed that a potential US strike could provoke widespread protests, undermining their authority after a brutal crackdown on dissent. Officials have warned Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that public anger has intensified, with many Iranians ready to confront security forces. Former officials suggest that without significant reforms, the regime risks further unrest. The situation has escalated tensions, with a US aircraft carrier deployed in the region, heightening the possibility of military action.

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