Iran regime fears domestic unrest more than US strikes
By The BriefBrief
Human rights activist Dr. Majid Sadeghpour says Iran’s regime prefers continued confrontation with the US and Gulf neighbors over peace because it fears widespread domestic unrest. He argues Tehran is more concerned about discontent among Iranians than about military action, amid recent US airstrikes after a brief pause in Strait of Hormuz hostilities.
WHO:Dr. Majid Sadeghpour, human rights activist and political director of the Organization of Iranian-American Communities
WHAT:Sadeghpour warns that Iran’s leadership prioritizes confrontation with the US to suppress internal uprising fears rather than pursuing peace.
WHEN:Reported Sep 3, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:He says the regime fears widespread domestic unrest and discontent among Iranians more than military action.
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