In a recent article, Thomas Juneau discusses the complex situation facing the Iranian regime amid ongoing U.S.-Israeli hostilities. He highlights that while the regime may be at risk of collapse due to sustained military action, there is also a possibility that it could endure and re-establish negotiations under President Trump's potential directive. Juneau emphasizes that this precarious balance leaves room for a future where the regime, even if weakened, could turn more repressive as it seeks to maintain control and suppress dissent. Moreover, the escalation of geopolitical pressures combined with an active and mobilizing diaspora could lead the Islamic Republic to adopt more aggressive tactics against its dissidents abroad. Juneau posits that by 2026, the Iranian regime could be operating with heightened aggression, targeting activists to quell any threats to its authority. The implications of this analysis suggest that Canada should prepare to address the Iranian regime's actions domestically, including the presence of its officials within the country. Ultimately, Juneau calls for a more serious response from the Canadian government toward the Iranian presence, implying that inaction could lead to an environment where intimidation and threats from the regime could flourish on Canadian soil. The landscape of Iranian politics and its international relationships could significantly affect the safety and freedom of individuals opposing the regime, particularly within the Iranian diaspora in Canada.