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Dispatches
Mar 6, 2026
How would a Kurdish offensive change the war in Iran?
By
Atlantic Council experts
Our experts explain the goals of the various Kurdish groups the United States is reportedly backing for an attack against Iran and how their involvement could impact the wider war.
MENASource
Mar 3, 2026
Trump wants Iranians to ‘take back their country’ from the regime. Can they?
By
Alan Pino
To succeed in overthrowing the Iranian regime, an uprising would likely require a unifying leader, an effective organization, and the support of whatever remains of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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