Iran's Pyrrhic Victory: A Fragile Truce Amid Rising Fears
Iran claims victory in recent conflict, but Iranians fear a harsh crackdown on domestic opponents as a wounded regime struggles to maintain power.
Tehran's claims of victory in the recent conflict may ring hollow as a fragile truce takes hold. While the regime has survived the barrage of attacks, Iranians now fear their wounded leadership will respond with an even harsher crackdown on domestic opponents.
The prolonged bombing campaign has taken a heavy toll, both in lives lost and the damage to Iran's infrastructure. However, the regime's ability to withstand the onslaught has bolstered its narrative of resilience and defiance in the face of external pressure. President Ebrahim Raisi has hailed the outcome as a triumph, vowing to continue the country's contentious nuclear program and support for regional proxies.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Deutsche Welle
