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Pro-Regime Lobbyists Push to Make the So-Called Reformists the 'Safer' Option Iran’s regime, particularly its so-called reformist leaders, is being lobbied by anti-Israel pro-regime factions in Washington and London to present them as viable alternatives to the current hardline government. These lobbyists are trying to convince the Trump administration that the reformists could be a legitimate option for ruling Iran. They argue that backing these reformists would prevent the situation from escalating into chaos, potentially turning Iran into a failed state similar to Iraq after its 2003 invasion. This narrative is being pushed primarily through the threat of “Kurdish Separatism” and “Civil War”, framed as a worst-case scenario if Iran’s political situation destabilizes further. By emphasizing this fear, lobbyists seek to create a sense of urgency, pushing policymakers to choose the reformists as a means of preventing a larger regional disaster. Kurdish separatism, also amplified by Western media outlets like NY Times, CNN, BBC, and Reuters (left wing mainstream media), is being used to create fear among Iranians, aiming to divide them rather than unite them in opposition to the regime. This has long been part of the regime's strategy. The idea is further amplified by Britain, Russia and China interests, who have a vested stake in maintaining a stable Islamic Republic of Iran rather than a free democratic Iran with close relations with United States. They’re using propaganda campaigns to stress the importance of avoiding further intervention or regime change, emphasizing the risk of fragmentation, especially with ethnic minority movements within Iran, and the broader implications for Middle Eastern stability. This regime’s “reformist” agenda is being sold as a preferable alternative to boots-on-the-ground involvement or to the widely popular option among Iranians of supporting the son of the late Shah. This strategy aims to reassure the Trump administration that they can engage with Iran’s leadership without resorting to extreme measures. The push for reformists to play a central role is framed as a way to maintain regional stability and address U.S. concerns, such as Iran’s nuclear ambitions, without the high risks associated with military action or reimposing a monarchy.