The ongoing, anti-regime protests in #Iran expanded significantly on October 26, occurring in at least 33 cities in 23 provinces. Read today’s update from @criticalthreats and @TheStudyofWar. criticalthreats.org/analysis/iran-… (1/5) Image
The regime will likely exploit a militant attack on a Shia shrine in #Shiraz, #Fars Province to contain the protests. (2/5)
The #IslamicState is trying to capitalize on the shrine attack and protests to stoke instability and sectarian conflict in #Iran. (3/5)
US officials stated that #Russia may be advising the Iranian regime’s protest crackdown. (4/5)
#IRGC-affiliated media continued to spread disinformation to downplay protests and discredit frustrated citizens. (5/5)

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