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She initially supported the war, but her frustration is growing.
For some Iranians who oppose their country's leadership, the war they initially hoped might accelerate political change is now forcing a painful reassessment, and they are beginning to question whether the cost of the conflict could ultimately outweigh any political outcome.
Others, however, still argue that outside military pressure may be the only realistic way to weaken the system.
Many Israeli and American officials have framed the campaign largely as an effort to degrade Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities and threats.
But some, including US President Donald Trump, have also hinted that the ultimate objective could be regime change.
For some critics of Iran's clerical establishment, that suggestion initially raised hopes that external pressure might significantly accelerate that change.
Yet conversations with some Iranians inside the country suggest the picture is now far more complicated.
It has become increasingly difficult for journalists to contact people inside Iran since the conflict began, as authorities have imposed yet another near-total internet shutdown since 28 February.
Despite communication restrictions, the BBC was able to speak to several Iranians who oppose the government and who initially did not oppose the idea of military action against the Islamic Republic, particularly after another uprising attempt and nationwide protests were subdued in what has become the deadliest protest crackdown in the Islamic Republic's history.
Their names have been changed for their safety, as expressing dissenting views in Iran can lead to arrest or imprisonment.
Sama, a 31-year-old engineer in Tehran, said that when news of the strikes first broke she felt a moment of hope.
"For years we have protested," she said. "Every time they silence us, they kill us.
"When the strikes started
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