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IRAN

Comprehensive guide on Iran: Track the latest on US-Israel tensions, the nuclear deal, anti-regime protests, political opposition, and human rights.

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IRAN - More Than Seven Decades Of Conflict

Iran’s conflict history has been deeply shaped by foreign intervention, starting with the 1953 Anglo-American coup that stoked deep domestic grievances and led directly to the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

The new regime was quickly dragged into a brutal eight-year war with Iraq (1980–1988). Decades of dispute over Iran's uranium enrichment followed, bringing severe global economic sanctions.

Escalation in 2026 resulted in direct U.S. and Israeli military strikes, Iranian retaliatory attacks against Gulf neighbours, and trade disruptions along the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Better World Info is an excellent non-profit portal for navigating these complex geopolitical dynamics. It offers specialised categories covering independent news sources, in-depth background analysis, and dedicated coverage of the country’s growing humanitarian crisis and women’s rights struggles, including the widespread protests following the killing of Mahsa Amini.

Through its organised directory, users can easily explore the historical background of Iran’s controversial nuclear program alongside timelines of major public uprisings in 2009, 2011, 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2026, making it an essential resource for researchers and peace advocates alike.