What does Esteqlāl mean in today’s Iran?In this episode, we explore how the concept of independence has evolved over the past century, from anti-imperial resistance to a deeper civic call for accountability, pluralism, and public trust. Drawing from the Iran 1400 Project’s latest article, we trace the shifting meanings of independence across generations, institutions, and ideologies.As the revolutionary slogan “Neither East nor West” gives way to a new demand for internal reform, this episode asks: Can independence be reclaimed not through confrontation, but through civic renewal?🔗 Read the full article:From State Sovereignty to Civic Independence🙏 Support our work at Iran 1400 Inc:Donate via PayPal Giving Fund

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