Exclusive: US intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources - Reuters
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U.S. intelligence believes Iran's government is not at risk of collapse despite ongoing protests.
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U.S. intelligence assesses that the Iranian government is not currently at risk of collapse, according to sources familiar with the matter. This assessment indicates that the protests in Iran, while significant, are not seen as an existential threat to the current regime. This evaluation informs U.S. policy decisions regarding Iran.
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