Continued instability in Iraq is hampering America's plans for the Middle East. Iran is ready to use its Iraq card to protect its nuclear achievements before it is too late.

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Iran is already under international pressure. A severe crackdown on social issues like the dress code could cause a popular backlash.

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The hardliners' stance was forcing the country toward crisis. So the leader had to interfere.

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Their goal is to claim a very big victory and achievement and say, 'Now that we have reached our goal and public opinion has been satisfied, we will go for compromise with the UN security council and US.

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