INTERNAL WAR VS. EXTERNAL DEFENSE

 Although I live outside of Iran and cannot witness the day-to-day reality behind the international headlines, I believe that every political or social movement begins with a long-ignored issue. These problems often fester quietly within the system, unnoticed by high-level authorities. However, when an issue remains active but hidden for too long, it eventually erupts—spreading rapidly like an epidemic.

​This phenomenon is not limited to the Middle East or any specific region; it is a human reality that could happen anywhere, perhaps closer than we think.

​Unfortunately, when too much time passes and the severity of an issue is left unaddressed, it can spiral out of control. This leads to:

• ​Both authorities and the public face injury and hardship.

• ​The country suffers the deep scars of an internal "war" or domestic conflict.

• ​ Internal instability often weakens borders, inviting outside nations to intervene—some to offer genuine help, others to exploit the situation for their own benefit.

​In many ways, an internal fight is more dangerous than an external war. It creates a fundamental separation among citizens, causing them to turn their anger and power against one another instead of uniting against outside threats. Such movements have a profound impact on:

• ​The Economy: Infrastructure and markets are often the first to suffer.

• ​Societal Safety: The daily security of the people is compromised.

• ​Border Security: A divided nation is a vulnerable nation.

​Because I live abroad, I cannot sit in judgment of the Iranian movement. However, it is my hope that those involved consider every aspect of the long-term effects these movements will have on their lives and the future of their country.