Maryam Rajavi outlines Iranian opposition's roadmap for change

In recent months, significant political discussions have emerged regarding the Iranian regime's challenges, particularly its diminishing support and legitimacy among its citizens. Robert Joseph, a former undersecretary of state for arms control and international security under George W. Bush, highlighted these issues during an online conference. He emphasized that the Iranian leadership, facing internal dissent and public dissatisfaction, has suffered severe setbacks, especially in context to its foreign policy and military engagements in Syria and Gaza. The Iranian failure to effectively conduct its proxy war strategies has been marked by Israel's military successes against Iranian-backed entities. Furthermore, Joseph pointed out that the ongoing economic troubles and the widespread corruption within the Iranian government have fueled civil unrest. Over the last five years, multiple uprisings have occurred, signaling widespread dissent against the ruling regime. The Iranian populace has shown signs of exhaustion with the oppressive policies, the lack of economic opportunities, and the brutal governance that characterizes the current political landscape. Joseph argues that the collective discontent is pushing the regime further towards collapse due to citizen fatigue from systemic corruption and repression. On the international stage, the incoming Trump administration signifies a departure from the previous approach of 'appeasement' towards Iran. Joseph expressed that this administration is likely to adopt a more confrontational stance, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions, which have become more pronounced following the breakdown of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has noted that Iran has accumulated ever-increasing stocks of enriched uranium, significantly exceeding previously established limits, indicating Iran's intent to rapidly advance its nuclear weapons program. This situation heightens tensions and emphasizes the urgent need for a coherent international response to Iran's actions. As Iran's regime grapples with deteriorating legitimacy, the European Parliament is also scrutinizing Iran's human rights record, particularly concerning women's rights and the alarming rise in executions. Resolutions advocating for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to be blacklisted reveal a growing international consensus on treating the Iranian regime as a pariah state. The National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), along with its President-elect Maryam Rajavi, aims to mobilize international support to push for democratic governance and fundamental rights within Iran. The NCRI has maintained a robust organizational structure and commitment to the abolition of the death penalty, as well as fostering peace in the region. All these elements paint a picture that the Iranian regime stands at a critical crossroads, with mounting internal dissent and external pressures converging towards potential upheaval.