IRAN CRISIS UPDATE, DECEMBER 23
The Iranian regime is in a mounting confrontation with citizens in Izeh, Khuzestan Province. The ongoing situation in Izeh underscores the credibility crisis that the regime faces.
Unidentified individuals detonated explosives at a Basij base in Ghahdrijan, Esfahan Province, marking a possible inflection in protester tactics.
Vice News published a video indicating dissent among the state security services.
The recent behavior of the regime demonstrates that it will likely keep the mandatory hijab law but look for new, and perhaps more effective, ways to enforce it rather than using the morality patrol.
At least four protests occurred in four cities across three provinces. Citizens frustrated by the regime’s suppression of Sunnis played a prominent role in the protests
Protest activity may increase on December 24 to commemorate 100 consecutive days of demonstrations.
https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/iran-crisis-update-december-23
IRAN CRISIS UPDATE, DECEMBER 24
The Iranian Supreme Court upheld the death sentence of 22-year-old protester Mohammad Ghobadlou after rejecting his appeal.
Protest activity increased only marginally for the planned demonstrations, likely in part due to inclement weather conditions. At least seven protests occurred in six cities across six provinces.
Vice President for Women and Family Affairs Ensieh Khazali commemorated Women’s Week in Iran.
Some Iranian economic and political actors have acknowledged the economic consequences of the regime’s internet disruptions.
https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/iran-crisis-update-december-24