Protests across Iran have grown larger and more confrontational, with the government responding with an increasingly violent crackdown. Many Iranians feel the regime has failed to deliver on its promises, fueling widespread anger and calls for change. Despite the intensity of the demonstrations, analysts believe the government is likely to suppress this round of unrest, though underlying discontent remains unresolved and could spark future confrontations. The regime's reliance on force and its inability to address economic and social grievances suggest it is only delaying deeper challenges, while divisions within the opposition and the lack of a unifying leader make immediate regime change unlikely. International dynamics, particularly the stance of the United States, may influence the government's next steps, but meaningful reform is seen as dependent on a broader agreement with Washington.
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