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The Ayatollah’s masterclass in how to back yourself into a corner

The Iranian regime has severely overplayed a weak hand.

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Jun 19, 2025
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Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (via Alamy/ 3BD30YM)

Iran has just demonstrated a two-year master class in how to back yourself into a corner and then shoot yourself in the foot.

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