Neocons wanted an Azeri uprising against Iran. They didn’t get it. – Responsible Statecraft

How Neocon Plans for an Azeri Uprising Against Iran Fell Flat

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Neoconservatives championed an Azerbaijani uprising aimed at shaking Iran’s regime to its core, but their plans hit a dead end. The expected wave of unrest never came, throwing a wrench into Washington’s regional strategy

Intel report warns large-scale war ‘unlikely’ to oust Iran’s regime – The Washington Post

Intel Report: Large-Scale War Unlikely to Topple Iran’s Regime

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A recent U.S. intelligence report reveals that a large-scale war is unlikely to topple Iran’s government, underscoring the regime’s surprising resilience amid escalating tensions, The Washington Post reports

Judy Sgro: Women-Led Resistance Has Brought Iran’s Democratic Alternative to the “Finish Line” – National Council of Resistance of Iran – NCRI

Judy Sgro: Women-Led Resistance Has Pushed Iran’s Democratic Movement to the Brink of Victory

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Judy Sgro celebrates the powerful women-led resistance in Iran, emphasizing its crucial role in driving the National Council of Resistance of Iran closer to a democratic breakthrough-heralding a possible turning point in the nation’s political future

Mongolia’s robust politics backslides into electoral autocracy in 2025 – East Asia Forum

Mongolia’s Strong Democracy Faces Setback as 2025 Elections Tilt Toward Autocracy

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Mongolia’s vibrant democratic spirit faced a dramatic shift in 2025, as electoral autocracy tightened its grip, sparking alarm over eroding institutions and shrinking freedoms, East Asia Forum reveals

Gen Z toppled Bangladesh’s autocratic regime. Will it decide the next government? – CBC

How Gen Z Overthrew Bangladesh’s Autocratic Regime – and What It Means for the Future of Its Government

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Gen Z played a pivotal role in toppling Bangladesh’s autocratic regime, signaling a new era of youth-driven political change. As elections approach, questions arise: will this generation shape the nation’s next government?

One year after Assad’s fall: What has Syria achieved? – dw.com

One Year After Assad’s Fall: What Has Syria Really Achieved?

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One year after Assad’s fall, Syria faces a complex reality. While opposition forces claim territorial gains, the country grapples with ongoing conflict, humanitarian crises, and uncertain prospects for lasting peace.

Calls for ‘regime change’ could now trigger prosecutions in Iraq – The New Arab

Calls for ‘Regime Change’ in Iraq May Lead to Legal Prosecutions

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Iraq’s new law cracks down on calls for “regime change,” igniting serious concerns about free speech. Officials caution that making such statements may result in prosecutions, heightening worries over growing political repression

One Year After Assad’s Fall: Iran’s Strategic Collapse In Syria – Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

One Year After Assad’s Fall: Iran Faces Strategic Collapse in Syria

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One year after Bashar al-Assad’s fall, Iran confronts a dramatic strategic collapse in Syria. Once-powerful militias are now weakened, vital supply lines lie in ruins, and Tehran’s influence is fading fast amid shifting regional tides-putting its long-held ambitions at serious risk

Former Bangladesh leader Hasina sentenced to death for crackdown on uprising that ousted her – AP News

Former Bangladesh Leader Hasina Sentenced to Death Over Crackdown on Uprising That Ousted Her

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Former Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death for her involvement in suppressing a 2007 uprising that resulted in her removal from power, according to AP News. This shocking verdict highlights the intense political unrest gripping the nation