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Former IRGC child executioner tells ‘Post’ how he became devout Christian dissident

IRAN AFFIARS: Iranian dissident Afshin Javid describes how the regime indoctrinates children to dream of martyrdom.

AFSHIN JAVID, a former member of Iran Basij paramilitary force’s execution squad, as a young child in Iran (L) and now in Germany. Javid left Islam and later became a devout Christian.
Smoke rises from the site of a strike in Tehran on April 1, 2026.

IDF kills Iranian ballistic missile chief, US strike targets key supply bridge in Tehran

A SOLDIER from Iran's revolutionary guard helps a child sit on a military display in Baharestan Square to commemorate the 1980-88 Iran-Iraq war during "sacred defence week" in southern Tehran September 23, 2006.

‘Risk children’s lives for some extra manpower’: IRGC recruits 12 year olds to fill personnel gaps

This image shows one of Iran’s military exercises in recent years near the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran issues directive to counter potential US ground operation


Who are the most senior Iranian officials left alive after weeks of Israeli-US strikes? - explainer

In the wake of the devastation on the political and military echelons of the Islamic Republic, who are some of the most significant figures remaining in Iran?

Pedestrians pass in front of a billboard featuring an image of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on March 4, 2026 in Tehran, Iran; illustrative.

Israel kills Iran intelligence minister Khatib in latest high-profile strike

Before the assassination was confirmed, two sources gave The Jerusalem Post different indications on the likelihood of the success of the operation, which took place Tuesday night.

An IDF biographical infographic on Iranian intelligence minister Esmeil Khatib, killed by the IDF on March 18, 2026.

Iran's regime collapse approaching, but 'final call' must come at right moment, Pahlavi says

Pahlavi cautioned that the Iranian government has "no hesitation in suppressing people," and is prepared to kill hundreds of thousands to remain in power.

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi following a speech in Washington, January 16, 2026; illustrative.

What is Basij? The Islamic Republic's 'iron fist' to suppress protesters - explainer

Basij, a key paramilitary militia under the IRGC, has a violent history of suppressing protests, enforcing morality laws, and committing human rights abuses, including torture and sexual abuse.

A Basij militia member patrols in Tehran following a US strike, March 5, 2026; illustrative.

Will death of Larijani and other Iranian regime officials lead to change? - analysis

Ali Larijani, a key behind-the-scenes figure in Iran, was killed in an IDF strike, leaving a major gap in the regime's leadership amid growing instability.

Ali Larijani (L) talks to supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (R), October 10, 2016.

Two people killed after missile barrage from Iran, IDF starts large-scale strikes against Hezbollah

IDF: Mojtaba Khamenei is not safe, we will hunt him down • IDF kills Iran's top official Larijani in targeted strike • Israel preps for large Hezbollah barrage

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