The West Must Not Abandon Iranians Amidst Regime Collapse and War

This opinion piece argues that the West, particularly the United States and Europe, must maintain moral consistency by supporting the Iranian people rather than abandoning them during the current conflict. Despite claims by critics like German Chancellor Merz that the US has been humiliated by Iran's resilience after eight weeks of war, the author contends the Islamist regime is on the verge of collapse. Internal cohesion is weaker than ever, with catastrophic economic conditions, hyperinflation, and severe unrest following a reported massacre of protesters. The American naval blockade and closure of the Strait of Hormuz have crippled oil exports, causing irreversible damage to production capacity and revenue. While Tehran hopes to outlast President Trump politically until the US midterm elections, the article suggests that abandoning the Iranian populace now would be cold-hearted. The analysis challenges the narrative of American defeat, highlighting the regime's existential crisis and the strategic economic pressure applied by the US, urging Western powers to prioritize ethical obligations over premature judgments of political failure.