This course gives a clear introduction to the Mojahedin e Khalq and explains why the group remains one of the most debated topics in Iranian political history. You will learn how the MEK formed, why it became controversial, and why many Iranians view it negatively. Each lesson offers simple context to help you separate fact from narrative whenever the MEK appears in public discussions.

This course introduces the National Iranian American Council and explains why many Iranians view it as an organization that works against their interests. You will learn how NIAC formed, what it advocates for, and why many believe its positions align with those favored by the Islamic Regime. Each lesson helps you separate fact from narrative in discussions about NIAC.

A detailed study of the Islamic regime in Iran from 1979 to the present, examining its formation, ideology, power structure, security apparatus, global operations, propaganda system, impact on society, and the evolution of public resistance across generations.

A factual study of Iran’s security institutions, tracing the IRGC’s formation, the Quds Force’s regional operations, and the Basij’s role in internal control. The course examines structure, ideology, recruitment, public perception, and the impact of these forces on daily life and national politics.

An examination of the Islamic regime’s global network, including cultural centers, lobbying fronts, media arms, intelligence activity, and proxy relationships. The course shows how these structures shape foreign policy, influence narratives abroad, and monitor diaspora communities.

An exploration of the armed groups aligned with the Islamic regime across the region. The course explains how these militias were built, how they operate, why they matter to the regime’s strategy, and how their actions shape regional dynamics and daily life in affected countries.

A clear examination of Iran’s transformation under the Pahlavi dynasty, covering modernization, social change, economic development, cultural shifts, state building, and the tensions that shaped the final decades before 1979. The course traces how this period continues to influence Iran’s identity and public memory.

An examination of Reza Pahlavi’s life in exile, his public identity, activism, political philosophy, and international engagement. The course traces how his role evolved across generations and why he remains a central reference point in conversations about Iran’s future.