Iran at a 'Breaking Point': Expert Warns of Deep National Crisis

A top Iranian judge has warned protesters there will be "no leniency" for anyone aiding the enemy, accusing Israel and the U.S. of using hybrid methods to disrupt the country. The warning comes amid widespread protests. An expert describes the unrest as a "multi-layered convergence of dissatisfaction." Maziyar Ghiabi, an Iran expert and professor at the University of Exeter, says the protests reflect deep economic and social problems. Iran faces a devastating economic crisis, high inequality, and cultural grievances. Ghiabi states that the regime is now seen as disconnected from the youth and everyday Iranians. This has created a potent mix of frustrations driving the current unrest.