In the context of US-Israeli attacks that have decapitated the Iranian leadership, prophets of doom are already predicting an Iranian descent into the chaos and violence seen in surrounding Arab nations.
I believe that such prophecies are based on a superficial account of the region’s history, while deeper knowledge gives us hope. Despite civilian suffering, and the risk of chaos, Iran’s deep history and culture will help them endure.
For starters, doomsayers neglect the decades-long internal pressure for change......
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One can never guarantee success, but the Iranians have a solid chance to avoid the failures of other states in the region. For that reason, I think we can be more optimistic than the prophets of doom.
To read more, please visit The Spectator at https://www.spectator.com.au/2026/03/reasons-for-hope-in-irans-future/
