Iran edges closer to a revolution that would reshape the world
Fortune••world
Key Points:
- Protests in Iran have escalated over the past two weeks, with hundreds of thousands defying government crackdowns amid economic collapse and corruption concerns, marking the most significant unrest since the 1979 revolution.
- The US, led by President Trump, has threatened military strikes on Iran, signaling a renewed push for regime change, while global oil markets reacted with a surge in prices due to fears of supply disruptions.
- Over 500 protesters have reportedly been killed and more than 10,000 arrested, with the government imposing internet blackouts and flight cancellations to control the situation.
- Regional players like Israel and Gulf Cooperation Council countries are closely monitoring the unrest, wary of potential chaos and its impact on regional stability, while Iran warns it
