Tehran turns on itself as Iran’s regime fractures | Eye for Iran | EP 100 |

Tehran turns on itself as Iran’s regime fractures | Eye for Iran | EP 100 |

Author: Iran International English April 24, 2026 Duration: 1:30:47
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Veteran journalist Eli Lake of The Free Press and host of the Breaking History podcast joins Eye for Iran to discuss real fractures inside Iran’s regime, why Tehran’s leadership may be turning on itself and how internal power struggles could eventually bring down the Islamic Republic from within.

Lake says Iran’s rulers now need a deal more than Washington does, and argues any negotiations should begin with restoring internet access, freeing political prisoners and ending executions.

Lake also offers hope for Iran’s future, saying the Iranian people remain the country’s greatest strength: “You cannot keep these people down.”

Hudson Institute research fellow Zineb Riboua then breaks down China’s growing anxiety over the Strait of Hormuz, Beijing’s weakening leverage over Tehran, Iran-China ties and whether Operation Epic Fury is really about weakening China’s position in the Middle East.

Finally, Iran International journalist Shervin Shahrestani reveals his major investigation into Iran’s expanding influence network in Kashmir and India, including ideological outreach, funding networks and why some call the region a “Mini Iran.”

A special 100th episode covering Iran regime fractures, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, China, the IRGC and the fight for Iran’s future.

Contents for this video:

00:00 Intro: Tehran Turns on Itself? Fractures in Iran’s Regime
02:16 Eli Lake Joins Eye for Iran
02:38 What Is Really Happening Between US and Iran?
05:25 Why Give Tehran More Time?
06:03 Eli Lake: Put Iranian People First
07:56 Any Deal Must Include Internet & Prisoners
11:51 Xi Jinping Pressures Tehran Over Hormuz
12:57 Are Iran’s Internal Fractures Real?
17:35 Can the Islamic Republic Fall From Within?
24:38 Why Even Ahmadinejad Is Criticizing the Regime
27:56 How Change Could Happen Inside Iran
32:54 Biggest Bet: Collapse From Within
34:43 Are Negotiations Psychological Warfare?
36:03 Iran’s Nuclear Program & What Comes Next
40:25 Eli Lake: “You Cannot Keep These People Down”
46:01 Eli Lake on His Iran Podcast Series
52:31 Zineb Riboua Joins Eye for Iran
52:32 Why China Suddenly Spoke on Strait of Hormuz
56:30 Beijing’s Weakness Exposed?
58:32 Is China Panicking?
01:02:16 What China Stands to Lose
01:05:28 Is Operation Epic Fury Really About Weakening China?
01:07:45 Are US and Israel Fully Aligned?
01:09:22 What to Watch Next: Gulf States & China
01:12:27 Shervin Shahrestani Joins Eye for Iran
01:13:00 Iran’s Influence Network in Kashmir
01:15:02 Why Kashmir Is Called “Mini Iran”
01:19:54 How Tehran Builds Influence in India
01:22:30 Security Risks: Sleeper Cells & Lone Wolves?
01:26:21 Why This Story Matters Now
01:28:19 Is Iran More Dangerous After the War?
01:30:16 Final Thoughts / Subscribe

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Each week, Negar Mojtahedi brings a necessary depth to the complex and rapidly evolving situation in Iran, moving past the simplified news cycles. This Eye For Iran podcast from Iran International English provides a crucial space for context, built on high-impact investigations and conversations that clarify the forces shaping the country and its global relations. You'll hear from experts and voices with firsthand insight, dissecting political shifts, social movements, and economic realities with a nuanced perspective. The analysis aims to connect dots for a clearer picture of what's happening behind the headlines, focusing on the stories with lasting significance. Tuning in means engaging with a detailed, thoughtful examination of developments both within Iran and in its interactions with the wider world. It’s for anyone seeking a more substantive understanding than daily reports can offer, delivered through compelling interviews and thorough reporting that respects the complexity of the subject. This weekly dialogue becomes an essential resource for piecing together the larger narrative.
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