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How to prevent civil war in Iran should the Islamic regime collapse

A new report by the Henry Jackson Society explores what a post-regime Iran could look like and how a viable state can be established.

A person holds an umbrella with a sign that reads: "Free Iran" as supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran gather to protest against the Iranian regime, in Berlin, Germany, June 21, 2025.
 AUSTRALIAN PRIME Minister Anthony Albanese inspects the damage at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne, guided by Rabbi Moshe Khan, president of the Rabbinical Council of Victoria.

Now Australia has ousted Iran's envoy - will the country actually tackle antisemitism? - editorial

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (R) speaks next to Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong (L) during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, August 11, 2025.

Australia slams Israeli claims on Iran envoy expulsion as 'complete nonsense'

 Member of Parliament Josh Burns walks past the damaged Adass Israel Synagogue on December 10, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.

Con job or Iranian attacks? New revelations challenge theory on Sydney attacks - analysis


Iran behind antisemitic arson attacks in Australia, Iranian diplomats expelled

Australia suspended operations at its embassy in Tehran and announced it would designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terror organization.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia , August 11, 2025.

Tehran accuses Israel of assasination attempt on Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian

A senior Iranian political official told state media that an IDF strike on an Iranian national security council meeting was an attempt on Pezeshkian's life.

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a meeting with members of the Iranian Navy in Tehran, Iran, May 17, 2025.

Iran says it arrested 21,000 'suspects' over fears of Israel collaboration during war

Following the war, Iranian security forces launched a campaign of widespread arrests, increasing street presence with checkpoints and encouraging citizens to report suspicious activity.

People walk past a billboard with a caricature of Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on a street in Tehran, Iran, August 10, 2025.

IRGC blocks popular Iranian classifieds website IPO over founder's criticism of the gov't - report

The platform, which has nearly 38 million active users, was blocked from making the move by the IRGC because of its chairman being "outspoken" and "independent-minded."

People walk outside the Tehran Stock Exchange building, Iran, January 17, 2016.

IRGC asks Taliban for leaked 'kill list' of suspected MI6 agents, collaborators - report

In doing so, IRGC intends to increase its knowledge on spies working for the UK's Secret Intelligence Service, which may give Iran leverage ahead of nuclear negotiations.

 The head of the Taliban government, Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Kabul, Afghanistan January 26, 2025.

In the wake of war, Iranian activists and reformists seek political transformation - comment

The solution lies in creating a new coalition that combines experienced reformist insiders with independent, battle-tested figures committed to real change.

People demonstrate during a protest against the Islamic regime of Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini, in central London, Britain, October 8, 2022.

Iran sets up new defense council in wake of war with Israel

The defense council will be chaired by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and consists of the heads of the three government branches, senior armed forces commanders, and relevant ministries.

 Iranian Army commander-in-chief Amir Hatami attends a meeting in the Iranian Army's War Command Room at an undisclosed location in Iran, June 23, 2025

Islamic Republic’s defense shake-up: Tehran revives council not seen since Iran-Iraq War - analysis

One month after Israeli strikes cripple Iranian air defenses, Khamenei turns to old playbook with new power center.

Iranians carry a banner bearing the images of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during a rally in his support, as Shiite Muslims attend the "Tasua" (ninth day) mourning ritual to commemorate martyrdom of Prophet Mohammad's grandson Imam Hussein.

Fighting the world, losing the war: IRGC talks big after beatdown by Israel

IRAN AFFAIRS: A wounded tiger is a dangerous beast, and the IRGC, in claiming it was taking on the world, feels backed into a corner.

Here, posters display assassinated military leaders, including IRGC commander-in-chief Hossein Salami (center), in Tehran at the end of June.

Belgian MP says Iran tried to kidnap her, use her as bargain chip in 'hostage diplomacy'

Darya Safai, a Belgian Iranian Member of the Belgian Parliament, announced that Iran was planning to kidnap her alongside other European MPs.

 Members of a special IRGC force attend a rally marking the annual Quds Day, or Jerusalem Day, on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan in Tehran, Iran April 29, 2022.

Khamenei mourns top military leaders, 40 days after Israeli targeted assassinations

The ‘future will show that both our military & scientific advancements will move forward with greater momentum than before toward lofty horizons,’ Iran’s supreme leader told the crowd.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei meets with the head and officials of the Judiciary Branch in the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah, Tehran, July 16, 2025.