Iran Faces Rising Repression Amid Ongoing Tensions in 2025
Iran is intensifying its crackdown on minorities and perceived disloyalty, which may fuel future unrest, amid ongoing tensions with Israel and regional conflicts. Supreme Leader Khamenei made his first public appearance since relocating for security reasons, reaffirming Iran's stance against Israel. Meanwhile, Houthi fighters launched missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and ships off Yemen, escalating regional hostilities. Internet disruptions and mass arrests for espionage further indicate heightened internal and external tensions.
