Islamic Republic
Control over Strait of Hormuz is ‘lifeline’ for the regime, experts tell ‘Post’
The Islamic Republic’s financial woes have already led to significant internal unrest, igniting the violently suppressed January protests.
Help is indeed on the way for Iran's murderous regime, but not for its oppressed citizens - comment
Mojtaba Khamenei pushes for baby boom as regime braces for incoming population crisis
Trump touts US-Iran peace deal while Iran denies uranium handover
Tehran's downfall: The ayatollah regime will end by October 2028 - opinion
In Tehran, a clock counts down to Israel’s destruction in 2040. But they are watching the wrong clock.
Independence Day in israel: Reflecting on war, peace, and uncertainty
This year’s Independence Day in Israel brings a mix of celebration and somber reflection, as tensions with Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran continue to shape the nation's future.
Trump unhappy with Iran, IDF takes down over 1,000 Hezbollah sites
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
Popular protests may be inevitable, warns Iran's Supreme National Security Council - Iran Intl
Iran’s economy cannot withstand more than six to eight weeks of naval blockade, according to the report presented to the Security Council. The US blockade has now been in place for two weeks.
Tehran’s crisis revealed - opinion
For decades, the Islamic Republic has relied on a carefully calibrated model of confrontation, escalating tensions just enough to extract concessions while avoiding direct, existential risk.
Trump calm during shooting, as IDF finds Hezbollah weapons in child’s bedroom
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.
White House shooting, US-Iran talks, and IDF controversy: What you need to know
Conspiracies, diplomacy and outrage: Shir Perets unpacks the White House shooting, US-Iran talks and the latest IDF controversy.
Berlin’s farce: How Germany failed Iran’s Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi - comment
In Berlin, Iran’s Prince Pahlavi rejects foreign influence claims while security failures and Germany’s political ties with the Islamic regime raise concerns.
Sexual abuse in Iranian prisons sharply rises as population repression increases during ceasefire
One young woman told The Media Line that she was sexually assaulted during interrogation, and that heavily-built officers used batons to carry out the abuse.
Iran relying on Pakistani, Middle East militias in efforts to curb renewed protests, expert says
The regime appears to be trying to prevent a widespread outbreak of protests by reinforcing its presence on the ground, according to Effi Banai, a lecturer and researcher of social networks.
