2017 Presidential Race: from Zarif’s Candidacy to Ahmadinejad’s Withdrawal
The subtlety of Iran’s presidential election next year has sparked many early speculations, from Zarif’s candidacy to Ahmadinejad’s withdrawal.
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In Search of a Reliable Partner: Iran in the new global order
As global alliances are undergoing substantial shifts, Iran should seek partners other than Russia.
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Controversy over FATF Is Back: Who is the real Pinocchio?
Seeing Washington cementing the nuclear deal and making it harder for future administrations to unravel the deal, Iran’s Principlists have changed course in rapping the sitting moderate administration but the new ground they have found is too shaky.
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WWI Redeux? Middle East in the Age of Uncertainty
How Ankara and Riyadh have shortened the life of friendship and foes in the Middle East.
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Friday Prayers across Iran: Saudi-bashing and scandalous salaries
Friday prayers on September 2, 2016.
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How Rouhani Administration Is Reshaping Its Image in Public Opinion
The hibernating media team of the Rouhani administration is back and in its tip-top shape.
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Transition for Three: Construction of Chabahar Port brings much-needed leeway for Tehran, Delhi and Kabul
After the nuclear deal, Iran is becoming increasingly ready to take risks needed to revive its economy and secure its stability. A recent significant step is the development of Chabahar Port in collaboration with India.
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Jarabulus Operation and Ankara’s Master Plans
Why has the Turkish Army entered Syrian territory at this point?
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