You are likely correct, but this part concerns me most in this 'normal'. No free capacity available for some years.
What's happening in Iran
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The ongoing protests in Iran have escalated due to severe inflation, currently at approximately 40%, and other socio-economic issues such as pollution and lack of economic growth. Merchants initially began closing shops in response to these challenges, leading to widespread dissatisfaction with the regime. Experts like Karim Sadjadpour from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace highlight the absence of a clear successor to the Ayatollah, with demonstrators calling for Reza Pahlavi, the former Shah's son. The potential for U.S. intervention raises concerns about foreign influence and its impact on the protests.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Iranian socio-political history
- Knowledge of economic indicators, specifically inflation rates
- Familiarity with the role of external influences in domestic protests
- Awareness of key figures in Iranian politics, such as the Ayatollah and Reza Pahlavi
- Research the historical context of the 1979 Iranian Revolution
- Examine the effects of inflation on social unrest in various countries
- Investigate the role of social media and communication blackouts in modern protests
- Analyze the implications of U.S. foreign policy on Middle Eastern stability
This discussion is beneficial for political analysts, historians, and anyone interested in Middle Eastern affairs, particularly those studying the dynamics of protests and regime change in Iran.
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Israel going rogue
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Iran War Live Updates: Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon After Pulling Back From Threat to Beirut
Under pressure from President Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel held off from attacking Beirut. But he vowed to continue Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah, which could threaten peace talks with Iran.
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House adopts war powers resolution to rein in Trump on Iran
Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., argued that this vote would "weaken" Trump's hand on negotiating with Iran.
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Israel going rogue
Iran War Live Updates: Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon After Pulling Back From Threat to Beirut
Under pressure from President Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel held off from attacking Beirut. But he vowed to continue Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah, which could threaten peace talks with Iran.
It's like everyone is ignoring the international conventions, the Geneva Convention etc.... It's complete lawlessness....
EDIT: Still, there are no nuclear weapons in space..... but let's see though.... they just need those titanium telephone poles.
EDIT2: Well OK, tungsten rods but yeah.
EDIT3: There's no known defense.
---- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinetic_bombardment
EDIT5: "ortillery".
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