Iran: The Latest Iran's 'zombie regime' & UAE ‘to help force open’ Strait of Hormuz
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Apr 1, 2026 
Holly Dagres, Iranian-American analyst and author of the Iranist newsletter, offers concise analysis of Iran’s internal mood and regime resilience. She discusses internet blackouts, why mass uprisings have not materialized, Tehran’s use of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage, and the implications if outside forces try to reopen the waterway by force.
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Regional Toll From Iran's Campaign
- The conflict has produced widespread regional strikes and interceptions across Gulf states, affecting civilians and infrastructure.
- Examples: drone debris killed a Bangladeshi man in the UAE and missiles struck a tanker near Qatar; multiple interceptions in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait airport damage.
Longest Iran Internet Shutdown And Starlink Use
- Holly Dagres described Iran's internet shutdown as the longest in the country's history, hampering information flow.
- She said about 50 to 60,000 Iranians use smuggled Starlink terminals but authorities now accuse terminal owners of espionage.
Mixed Public Mood Amid Heavy Civilian Losses
- Early in the war some Iranians celebrated leadership killings, but widespread fear persists due to heavy strikes and civilian casualties.
- Holly cited around 1,500 civilian casualties reported by rights groups and examples of people being shot for celebratory honking.