Iraq and the Iran war;
The regime clamps down on Starlink...;
...While platforming its own proponents;
Iran's outsourced intel

The regime clamps down at home;
Israel seeks to prevent Russian resupply...;
...As wary neighbors take sides

A new push for "morality";
Domestic repression deepens;
Iran expands missile capabilities;
Iranian investors eye the exits

Iran's new bargain with China: oil for arms;
New preparations for war...;
...And plans to militarize the Caspian;
Executions reach new high...;
...As legal penalties expand

Iran's leaders work to co-opt Persian culture;
Iran's regime prioritizes power...;
...And eliminating opponents;
Border security, Iranian style;
A grim energy picture