Israeli Officials Predict Unrest in Iran Despite Current Stability

Senior Israeli officials believe that while Iran's severe economic crisis, marked by high inflation and sudden price hikes, has not yet triggered widespread protests, the "spark" for such unrest is inevitable. These officials told i24NEWS that the crucial factor to mobilize the masses has not yet appeared, but "it will come."

Despite the significant economic deterioration compared to previous years, Israeli assessments indicate that the Iranian regime has so far managed to control the situation and coexist with the difficulties. The Iranian government has accumulated considerable experience over the years in dealing with harsh international sanctions and managing their resulting crises. Local mechanisms are currently containing the situation, though Israeli security assessments suggest this is not a stable long-term solution and the situation is expected to explode eventually.

In parallel with expectations of future civil unrest, Israel and the United States assess that the Iranian leadership may attempt to alleviate economic pressure by acting regionally. As heavy U.S. pressure on Tehran continues, Iran is expected to try and involve Israel in the equation and challenge it operationally. This attempt aims to destabilize the regional system and pressure the Americans to ease economic sanctions and the massive pressure they are exerting on the regime.