Tariq Saeedi As of 16 January 2026, there is peace and some semblance of normalcy in the streets of Iran. With this abatement, more information has become available. This affords some clarity. In an Op-Ed, published on 15 January 2026, I wrote: “When the entire system becomes the target, a significant portion of the population—those who align with the government’s … [Read more...]
From Economic Pain to Narrative Conflict in Iran
Tariq Saeedi As the world watches the unfolding events in Iran with a mix of concern and speculation, it's easy to get lost in the cacophony of international commentary. The recent protests, which erupted in late December 2025, have once again thrust the Islamic Republic into the global spotlight, highlighting deep-seated economic frustrations and the ever-present shadow … [Read more...]