Iran's hardline leader pursues talks to avert U.S. strike amid crackdown

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Iran's hardline leader pursues talks to avert U.S. strike amid crackdown
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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei crushed nationwide protests with a harsh crackdown but is signaling openness to talks with the United States over its nuclear program to avert a possible U.S. attack, a move that underscores the regime's grip on power through the Revolutionary Guard while Iran navigates sanctions, economic woes, and regional pressure.

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