Iran's security squeeze: monarchists, Kurdish, and Baloch threats in war-time Tehran
Amid the US-Israel war on Iran, Tehran markets a strong security narrative at home while cracking down on alleged monarchist cells and January protests, even as armed Kurdish and Baloch groups along the borders pose non-state threats. Analysts warn external support could heighten the pressure, prompting Iran to tighten border controls and pursue a sweeping crackdown on dissent amid economic strain.