The cancellation of the Paris gathering exposed the growing convergence between Tehran’s intimidation campaign and efforts to silence Iran’s democratic opposition. For decades, the Iranian regime has relied not only on repression inside the country but also on intimidation beyond its borders. Assassination plots, terrorist operations, hostage diplomacy, and pressure on democratic governments have formed […]
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