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March 4, 2026Open Access

Systemic Discrimination and Violence Against Iranian Sunni Muslims: A Systematic Literature Review on the Role of Iran's Shia Muslim Leadership

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LPLaszlo Pokorny

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This systematic literature review analyzes systemic discrimination affecting Sunni Muslims in Iran, highlighting sectarian political dynamics.

Key Points

  • The review aims to analyze the role of Iran's Shia leadership in sustaining discrimination against Sunni Muslims.
  • Conducted a systematic literature review of peer-reviewed articles and reports
  • Examined historical accounts of sectarian tensions in Iran
  • Analyzed forms of marginalization faced by Sunni communities
  • Outlined ideological and political drivers of state-sponsored discrimination
  • Identified systemic discrimination rooted in Iran's political theology
  • Documented limitations on Sunni religious activities and political engagement
  • Found that Sunni identity is framed as a security threat by state policies
  • Highlighted excessive surveillance and militarization in Sunni-majority areas

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Laszlo Pokorny (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a7cd5ed48f933b5eed9ab4https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18839007
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