Iranian Regime
Coverage of Iranian Regime in the Nexus archive.
- Lawsuit accuses US of sharing confidential info on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran
A lawsuit accuses the U.S. of sharing confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran, which the Homeland Security Department denies, stating it would violate national immigration regulations.
- Ex-Dem activist Calla Walsh attends Khamenei’s funeral in Iran, hails him as ‘greatest anti-imperialist leader’
Calla Walsh, a radical political activist who supports the Iranian regime, attended the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. She hailed Khamenei as the 'greatest anti-imperialist leader.'
- Iran: Pressure on persecuted Baha'i community intensifies
The Iranian regime has intensified its crackdown on dissidents, including the Baha'i community, through arrests, torture, and mock executions. The persecution of the Baha'i faith, which has long been targeted, is worsening under the current regime.
- Vance: Iran talks going ‘extremely well’, Trump has ‘options’ to respond to threats
US Vice President JD Vance stated that negotiations with Iran are progressing 'extremely well,' but warned that President Trump has 'options' to respond if Iran threatens its neighbors or rebuilds its nuclear program. The US delegation is conducting indirect talks with Iran in Doha, with reports indicating Iranian officials have not met US counterparts, while the US aims to maintain momentum for regime change in Iran.
- Trump’s bargain with Iran: Letters to the Editor — June 20, 2026
NY Post readers discuss concessions made to the Iranian regime in President Trump's 14-point peace deal. The letters to the editor analyze the terms of the agreement as of June 20, 2026.
- Trump’s Iran deal ends war but leaves Tehran stronger
US President Donald Trump secured an agreement with the Iranian regime to end a regional war that has impacted energy markets since late February, though the deal's specifics remain contested.
- Trump’s missile diplomacy strategy backfires
Donald Trump's missile diplomacy strategy in Iran backfired as he canceled planned attacks after threatening to take control of Iran's oil industry. The administration claims a ceasefire remains in place, but Iran has not made key concessions on its nuclear program, and tensions persist with threats of retaliation.
- Iranian regime will fall sooner or later, but US stopped war too early, ex-Mossad agent says
An ex-Mossad agent named Aleph claims the Iranian regime will eventually fall but was hindered by the US decision to halt fighting. Aleph dismissed US criticism of the plan as 'farcical' and 'bullshit'.
- 'US war on Iran not about the Iranian people: Europe can put the issue of human rights on the table'
Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam, President of Iran Human Rights, discusses the Iranian regime's intensified repression during unrest and wartime conditions, noting authorities exploiting regional conflict attention and civilians risking lives to inform the world.
- Trump speaks to NBC News amid Iran talks and administration's apparent abandonment of $1.8B fund
President Trump stated he would be 'okay' if the Iranian regime refused to return to talks. The administration appeared to abandon its $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.
- A broken economy and an emboldened regime: Iranians abandoned to endure fallout from war
The US-Israel war has damaged Iran's economy and strengthened the regime, leaving many Iranians exhausted and pessimistic. Fears of worsening repression and an internet shutdown that began when the war started on 28 February have fueled uncertainty.
- Is there any real progress on peace with Iran?
President Trump met with advisers to discuss a proposal with Iran, but the Iranians have not conceded to his red lines. CBS News' Sam Vinograd examines whether meaningful progress has been made.
- The mullahs’ best weapon isn’t a missile — it’s some in the US media
The article argues that the Iranian regime's most effective strategy against the U.S. is not military confrontation but leveraging elements of the U.S. media to undermine public support for American military efforts. It suggests this approach weakens the U.S. by eroding domestic resolve.
- NYC man hired by Iranian regime to ‘stalk and murder’ dissident journalist sentenced
Jonathan Loadholt, a Staten Island resident, was sentenced for conspiring to stalk and murder journalist Masih Alinejad, a human rights advocate. He pled guilty to charges including conspiracy to commit stalking and money laundering as part of a scheme orchestrated by the Iranian regime.
- Trump says Iran is "negotiating on fumes" and that he doesn't care about midterms
President Trump stated during a Cabinet meeting that talks with Iran are ongoing but warned the regime is 'negotiating on fumes,' leaving the possibility of resuming conflict open. He also expressed indifference toward the upcoming midterm elections.
- What do Iranians want? - Sponsored Content
The article explores Iranian public sentiment through an interview with Iranian-Canadian analyst Negar Mojtahedi, discussing views on Iran's regime, reactions to potential US/Israel military action, and reasons for the absence of recent uprisings.
- The US Can Put People on the Moon. Why Can’t It Get Iranians Online?
Jason Rezaian, a former imprisoned journalist in Iran, argues that internet access is crucial for Iran's transformation. The article questions why the US, capable of lunar missions, struggles to improve internet access in Iran, highlighting a perceived policy failure.
- Opposition divided: battle among Iranian regime’s opponents plays out on London streets
The Iranian opposition is divided, with a public dispute unfolding in London between advocates for the Pahlavi dynasty and other anti-regime groups. Drill rapper Tony Mohraz, known as 021kid, supports restoring the Pahlavi dynasty to Iran's throne.
- ‘Like a sitcom’: Iranian regime’s bunkers, elaborate courier network said delaying deal
Iranian officials are using bunkers and a courier network to delay negotiations, with even they unaware of Mojtaba Khamenei's location, according to a US source. The supreme leader continues to provide general instructions to negotiators despite the disorganization.
- Trump says he does not make bad deals, but even Republican hawks doubt that now
Trump claims he does not make bad deals, but Republican hawks now doubt his credibility. The US has reportedly agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets despite the regime becoming harder-line, amid a Middle East crisis and ongoing tensions.
- As US moves to end war, Iranians tell ToI they fear regime clampdown just starting
Iranian anti-government residents, via diaspora activists, report increased repression and inflation, urging the US and Israel to act against the regime as the US moves to end the war. The Times of Israel reports their fears of escalating clampdowns.
- Trump needs to shut down this key Iranian transit artery — ASAP
The article argues that Iran's struggling economy presents a critical opportunity for the U.S. to target a key transit route and pressure the regime. It emphasizes urgency in exploiting this 'narrow, perishable window' to weaken Iran.
- The Ahmadinejad Option
The New York Times reported that the U.S. and Israel considered installing former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a leader after the Islamic Republic's fall, including an air strike to free him from house arrest. However, Ahmadinejad became disillusioned, and analysts criticized the plan as unrealistic due to his lack of support and irrelevance.
- MARK LEVIN: Deal or no deal?
The US called off a planned military operation against Iran, seeking an arrangement that includes no nuclear development, but concerns remain about the regime's intentions and capabilities. The Iranian regime has a history of cheating and hiding its activities. The West is warned not to underestimate the regime's extremist ideology.
- Congress is a huge target for spies. Members and staff need a wake-up call and training
Congress is a target for foreign spies, particularly from China, who aim to influence US interests and national security through various means, including targeting lawmakers and their staff. A recent example is the resignation of Eileen Wang, mayor of Arcadia, California, after pleading guilty to acting as a foreign agent for China. Foreign intelligence assets also attempt to gain access to principals' aides and staff.
- British engineer and four family members sanctioned for 'running shadow banking network that laundered billions of pounds for the Iranian regime'
A British engineer and four family members have been sanctioned for operating a shadow banking network that laundered billions of pounds for the Iranian regime. The sanctions were imposed due to their involvement in illegal financial activities. The network's operations have significant implications for global finance and security.
- Reza Pahlavi on Trump, Iran and whether the regime will ever fall
An article featuring Reza Pahlavi discussing his perspectives on Trump administration policies, Iran's current regime, and the prospects for political change in Iran. The piece explores his views on whether the Iranian government will eventually fall.
- Is the Iranian regime really in a "state of collapse" as Trump claims?
The Iranian regime's stability is questioned as Trump claims it is in a state of collapse, but analysts suggest power shifts in Tehran do not necessarily mean disarray. Trump is pushing for a deal with Iran. The situation is complex and multifaceted.
- Is the Iranian regime really in a "state of collapse" as Trump claims?
The Iranian regime's stability is being questioned as Trump claims it is in a state of collapse, but analysts suggest power shifts in Tehran do not necessarily mean disarray. Trump is pushing for a deal with Iran. The situation is complex and multifaceted.
- MIKE EVANS: 'Uncle Trump' and Bibi, modern-day watchmen in global fight against antisemitism
The article portrays Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu as symbols of hope for Iranians and global Jewry, highlighting Trump's pro-Israel policies such as recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and the Abraham Accords, and Netanyahu's steadfast defense of Israel against regional threats. It contrasts their leadership with global criticism and frames their actions as crucial in combating antisemitism.
- Son of senior Iranian official flaunts £3,000 Louis Vuitton bag, private jet and glamorous female companion wearing regime rule-breaking outfit... as citizens in the republic face hardship
The son of a senior Iranian official is shown flaunting a £3,000 Louis Vuitton bag, a private jet, and a female companion in an outfit violating Iranian regime dress codes, while citizens endure economic hardship. The display highlights stark contrasts between elite lifestyles and public struggles.
- Son of senior Iranian official flaunts £3,000 Louis Vuitton bag, private jet and glamorous female companion wearing regime rule-breaking outfit... as citizens in the republic face hardship
The son of a senior Iranian official has been photographed displaying luxury items including a £3,000 Louis Vuitton bag and a private jet, alongside a female companion whose attire violates Iran's strict dress code. This comes amid widespread economic hardship faced by Iranian citizens.
- Who is running Iran right now? Trump, security officials offer different accounts
Sources indicate that Iran's decision-making is no longer centralized around the supreme leader, with reduced divisions among regime factions. Trump and U.S. security officials present differing perspectives on Iran's current leadership structure.
- Iran isn’t moving toward a deal — it is hardening into a new junta
Iran's regime is described as a collapsing order that is surviving through tactics like tension, terror, and deception, rather than moving toward diplomatic solutions. The article suggests the country is hardening into a new authoritarian structure, abandoning efforts for a deal.
- The Iranian women Trump ‘saved’ from execution are simultaneously real and AI-manipulated
President Donald Trump claimed to have secured the release of eight Iranian women condemned to execution for protesting the regime, but the AI-generated photos he shared were widely mocked online. The images, which he posted on Truth Social, were accused of being fabricated, leading to viral criticism on platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
- Trump says Iran's government is 'seriously fractured’ after praising its new leaders
Trump stated that Iran's government is 'seriously fractured' as a rationale for extending the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely, a day before the previous agreement expired. He also praised Iran's new leaders, highlighting internal divisions within the regime.
- Trump: 8 Iranian protesters won’t be executed
President Trump announced that Iran has decided not to execute eight women accused of participating in anti-regime protests, as previously planned. Trump described the decision as 'very good news' and credited his influence.
- Trump extends ceasefire, calls Iranian regime "seriously fractured"
President Trump initially threatened new attacks on Iran but later extended the ceasefire 'indefinitely.' He also described the Iranian regime as 'seriously fractured.'
- Trump extends ceasefire, calls Iranian regime "seriously fractured"
President Trump initially threatened new attacks on Iran but later announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire. He also described the Iranian regime as 'seriously fractured.'
- Trump accuses Iran of 'VIOLATING' ceasefire as regime refuses to meet Vance with hours before war restarts
Donald Trump accuses Iran of violating a ceasefire agreement, as the Iranian regime refuses to meet with Vance amid fears of an imminent war restart. The situation highlights escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.