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A key concern emphasized by Petraeus is the potential for internal unrest within Iran. As the US and Israel continue their targeted strikes, the question arises: will these efforts trigger uprising or cause fissures within Iran's security forces? The regime’s security forces, including the Revolutionary Guard and Basij militia, are large and heavily armed. They have historically responded with brutal force against dissent, as seen during recent protests where tens of thousands were killed.