As the United States and Iran remain embroiled in a conflict that commenced on October 28, Tehran's authorities have intensified their security measures to safeguard their grip on the nation. The Iranian government has issued stern warnings against anti-government protests and tightened control over public spaces following months of relaxed regulations regarding attire. In an effort to project resilience in upholding the principles of the Islamic Republic, authorities have mobilized supporters dedicated to the continuation of government rule, including members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Iranian authorities have long employed severe penalties to quell dissent, and this trend has been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict. On Sunday, three young men were executed for allegedly damaging government property during nationwide protests in January, with the authorities viewing these antigovernment demonstrations as an attempted coup by US and Israeli-affiliated terrorists. Despite mounting criticism from human rights organizations, Iran's government has continued to execute political prisoners, including those arrested during the January protests. As the war persists, Iranian authorities are increasingly cracking down on public opposition to the country's theocracy, with recent instances of suppression occurring in Tehran, where hundreds of Gen Z Iranians were dispersed for celebrating Halloween in October. The authorities have since set up pro-government stations and booths in the affected area, signaling a continued effort to maintain control amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel.