The Shadow of Trump’s New Cabinet Over Middle East
By Navid Kamali, Senior Expert in Strategic and Foreign Policy Issues
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Continuity and Change: How is Washington changing its Middle East policy?
Will Washington's strategy of offshore balancing change the dynamics of Iran-Iraq relations? By Amin Azimizadeh.
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As Iraq Prepares for Reconstruction, Saudis Lure Baghdad away from Iran
Saudi Arabia and the US are seizing the post-Daesh opportunity in Iraq to reduce Iran’s influence.
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North Korean Crisis a Break for Iranophobic Agenda
In an op-ed published in pro-reform Shargh daily, international relations analyst Fereidoun Majlesi discusses how the North Korean recent crisis could affect short-term policies against Iran.
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Saudi Arabia Has Become Softer towards Tehran. How should we respond?
In an op-ed published by Shargh daily, foreign relations professor Aladdin Gharavi urges Iran to pursue neighborly ties with Saudi Arabia, the "sick man" of the Middle East.
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Is Washington against Kurdish Independence?
A recent article published in IRNA explains why the US wants the Kurdish independence referendum postponed.
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Iran’s Untapped Soft Power Is Key to Its Success & Regional Stability
Iran, post-nuclear deal and at a time of increasing threats to its national security, must infuse a strategy of softer seduction to position Tehran as a peace-and-security leader in the region.
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The Dangers of Washington’s Gambling with Terrorists and Their Sponsors
Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Ghassemi urges US official to shift their approach toward the fight against terrorism.
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Has the Syrian War Come to Its End?
By Ali Moujani, cultural attache in Iran’s embassy in Germany.
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The Qatar Crisis: How do Iranians view the story?
Though Qatar’s isolation in the Arab world initially seems to be in the interests of Iran, veteran diplomats advise caution, no direct involvement.
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In a Dispirited Middle East, Iran’s Election Is the Single Beacon of Hope
In a region tormented by civil wars and dictatorships, Iranians prove there still exists a path towards democracy and security. By Saman Safarzaee.
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US Strike on Syrian Airbase through Lens of Iranian Media
US strike on a military airfield in Syria, in response to the Syrian government’s alleged use of chemical weapons, has sparked analyses in Persian media outlets.
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Iran Has a Chance for a Historic Leap, and It Should Appreciate It
By Hossein Mousavian, former diplomat and nuclear negotiator.
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Global economy to shift from US and Europe toward Asia and Middle East
Former Iraqi Oil Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi discusses a new report forecasting global economy in the next three decades in an op-ed exclusively published on Iranian Diplomacy.
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Nuclear Deal and Fight against Terrorism Key to Countering Trump’s Hostile Policies
Expert advises Iran to remain committed to the nuclear deal and take a more active role in the fight against terrorism.
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Is a Security Pact Shaping against Iran in the Persian Gulf?
Website Tabnak warns Iran’s diplomatic apparatus of potentially harmful security developments in the region.
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Kuwait as Go-between Iran and Saudi Arabia?
A brief interview with Middle East expert Sabah Zangeneh
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Rouhani’s Visits to Oman and Kuwait: A Crack in the Wall
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani visited Oman and Kuwait on Wednesday, after a two-year hiatus. Observes see it as a major step to resolve issues between Iran and the Arab states in the region.
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Four Countermeasures for Tehran to Offset Trump’s Adverse Policies
Now that Donald Trump has officially taken office as the US president, concerns about his approach toward Iran and the nuclear deal are escalated.
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Is Hashemi Rafsanjani Behind Efforts for a Bad Deal with Saudi Arabia?
A new conspiracy theory from the Principlist front takes a firm stand against resumption of haj.
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OPEC Deal, Paving Way for Regional Rapprochement?
In an interview with Iranian Diplomacy, Iran chamber of commerce member Hamid Hosseini, says OPEC agreement could serve as an introduction for regional convergence.
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Iran Has Relieved Syria’s Economic Woes Says Bashar Assad
In lengthy interview with an Iranian diplomacy quarterly, Syrian president explains the five-year crisis in his country, and Iran’s role in supporting his government.
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