In a moment of extreme economic and social hardship for the Islamic Republic of Iran involved – albeit as a “hybrid” actor – in the war in the Middle East and with a heavy economic crisis, “the protests have given way to civil disobedience” says the Italian-Iranian teacher and historian, author of “History of Iran” (Il assayatore 2020).
Some Iranian women challenge the regime and the new executive led by the neo-reformist Pezeshkian, who has promised tolerance on the veil. They go out with their hair uncovered “risking heavy fines and even prison” says Sabahi despite knowing that “the new leadership wants to return to the negotiating table with the West, above all by reopening the Iranian nuclear pact” (Jcpoe) interrupted after the exit unilateral plan of 2028 desired by then President Donald Trump.
