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A year after Iran was shaken by protests, zealots have tightened their grip

A year after Iran's protests, the regime tightens its grip while dissidents await their next opportunity. The regime revives the morality police and faces a shrinking base and struggling economy.

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  • A year after protests in Iran, the regime has tightened its grip and silenced dissent.
  • The regime is reviving the morality police and introducing new punishments for dress code violations.
  • Many Iranians continue to defy the regime's control, with women disregarding mandatory headscarves and boycotting religious processions.
  • The regime's base is shrinking, and its capacity to run the country is diminishing.
  • Iran's economy is struggling, with high inflation, rising taxes, and professionals fleeing abroad.
A year after Iran was shaken by protests, zealots have tightened their grip
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