hardliners
Coverage of hardliners in the Nexus archive.
- Former CIA officer breaks down the latest with Iran
Senior U.S. officials report that Iran admitted to a mistake in attacking commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and blamed hardliners for the actions. Elliot Ackerman, a CBS News contributor and former CIA officer, provided analysis on the situation.
- With war likely over, Iranian rulers must face demands of angry, embittered population
Iran's theocratic rulers have survived a U.S. military campaign, but now face challenges from both hardliners seeking a tough stance against the U.S. and an impoverished, angry population. Hardliners, energized by the perceived victory, want to prioritize rearming and suppressing dissent.
- US and Iran reach framework peace deal to end war | First Thing
The US and Iran have announced a framework peace deal to end their 15-week conflict, with an expected 60-day period of technical talks addressing Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and faces opposition from Iranian hardliners who argue it does not guarantee sanctions removal or control of the strait. Israel’s defense minister has stated its forces will remain in security zones indefinitely.
- Trump simply doesn’t know how to win in Iran
Trump's comments and posts on Truth Social are viewed by Iran's hardliners as indications of weakness. The article suggests he lacks an effective strategy in Iran.
- How Iran has changed, and how it hasn’t, in two months of war
Common Iranians face job losses and shortages, while key institutions remain stable with hardliners gaining strength. The situation highlights both economic struggles and political resilience.
- Trump may talk of regime infighting, but Iran seems united by strategy born of war
Donald Trump claims intense infighting among Iran's leadership, but experts argue the country demonstrates institutional cohesion despite the assassination of senior commanders. The US-Iran tensions and Middle East crisis are highlighted as key contexts for Trump's remarks.