Dedicating his first foreign policy speech to the grave subject of Iran, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo outlined the Trump administration’s new strategy vis-à-vis Iran on Monday, coming shortly after President Trump announced the US would withdraw from the Obama-era nuclear deal. Speaking at the … [Read more...] about Understanding the US policy on Iran in light of Pompeo speech
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ANALYSIS: After Trump nuclear deal exit, different perspective on Iran sanctions
Al Arabiya Following the United States’ decision to exit the Iran nuclear deal, we are witnessing the beginning of a significant series of measures against Tehran. Cascading sanctions are in the making and continuing economic relations with Iran would be tantamount to shooting yourself in the … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: After Trump nuclear deal exit, different perspective on Iran sanctions
Iran exiles demand regime change as nuclear deadline looms
The international community is literally hanging in the balance over the upcoming May 12th Iran nuclear deal deadline. Advocates of the accord, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), continue to claim anything but the deal will lead to a new war in the Middle East. The … [Read more...] about Iran exiles demand regime change as nuclear deadline looms
ANALYSIS: What lies ahead after Trump’s refusal to budge on Iran
We have recently witnessed an increasing effort by America’s European partners, specifically France and Germany, aimed at convincing US President Donald Trump to not abandon ship on the Iran nuclear deal. Debate over the accord, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), there … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: What lies ahead after Trump’s refusal to budge on Iran
ANALYSIS: The need to tackle Iran’s reactionary ideology in Africa
With a special focus on Syria and Iran’s role in this important country’s developments, it is worth noting Tehran also seeks to expand its influence in Africa. Iran is spending billions in this continent, providing free social services through a vast network of hospitals and orphanages, running more … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: The need to tackle Iran’s reactionary ideology in Africa
Iran’s ‘Moderate’ President Appoints Justice Minister Linked With Torture, Mass Executions
The Federalist Who is Iran’s Alireza Avayi? Now Iran’s justice minister, he is also among those involved in imprisoning, torturing, and executing Iranians in the past 39 years. It appears the “moderate reformist” Iranian President Hassan Rouhani appointed Avayi to replace the defamed Mostafa … [Read more...] about Iran’s ‘Moderate’ President Appoints Justice Minister Linked With Torture, Mass Executions
How Will Iran Respond To The Syria Attacks?
Forbes We can consider the April 14th airstrikes against the Syrian regime’s chemical infrastructure as a point of no return in regards to this country’s future developments. For many years Bashar Assad and Iran were able to take the utmost advantage of the Obama administration’s policy of … [Read more...] about How Will Iran Respond To The Syria Attacks?
ANALYSIS: Are Syria strikes a wake-up call for Iran?
Al Arabiya Despite many speculations, the anticipated US-led airstrike inflicted severe blows to Syria’s Bashar Assad regime. While many chemical facilities became targets to provide some cover for civilians from horrendous attacks in the future, the main message was sent to Iran. A rain of … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: Are Syria strikes a wake-up call for Iran?
Will Iran Gain Or Lose By Blocking Telegram?
Forbes Reports of Iran’s regime intending to block the popular messaging app, Telegram, is the source of a variety of reactions. If Iran’s rulers had it their way this platform would be blocked as we speak after similar measures temporarily grounded the network following the January … [Read more...] about Will Iran Gain Or Lose By Blocking Telegram?
Why Did Yemen’s Iran-Backed Houthis Fire Missiles Into Saudi Arabia?
Forbes Common sense would suggest Iran toning down its language and measures as domestic and international pressures increase. One cannot claim Tehran’s rulers lack common sense, as many accused Libya’s Muammar Qaddafi. The Iranian regime has been in power for four decades and their mentality hinges … [Read more...] about Why Did Yemen’s Iran-Backed Houthis Fire Missiles Into Saudi Arabia?