The regime is definitely illegitimate in eyes of the people.
the context of international relations,
The US has had not diplomatic relations with Iran since 1979 and does not recognize that regime as legitimate.
and control.
Yes they do control people. With torture and murder. But torture and murder is not really viewed as a legitimate way for countries to control their population.
Let’s look at your 3 criteria one by one:
The regime is definitely illegitimate in eyes of the people.
The US has had not diplomatic relations with Iran since 1979 and does not recognize that regime as legitimate.
Yes they do control people. With torture and murder. But torture and murder is not really viewed as a legitimate way for countries to control their population.