Iran’s Unrest: Protests, Blackouts, and Why China Is Watching Closely Protests in Iran have led to internet blackouts, mass arrests, and violence from the Islamic Republic. An interview explores the regime’s ideology, its blend of radical Islam and Marxist authoritarianism, and China’s support for censorship and repression. The discussion addresses the human cost for Iranians and the implications for the United States.

• Iran is experiencing protests, met with internet blackouts, mass arrests, and deadly force by the Islamic Republic.
• The interview examines the ideology driving the Iranian regime, described as a mix of radical Islam and Marxist authoritarianism.
• China’s role in supporting censorship and repression in Iran is discussed.
• The conversation covers the human cost for ordinary Iranians and the implications for the United States.