The Oil and Energy Think Tank at Imam Sadiq University (AS) offers a rigorous technical critique of the proposed pipeline alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that such plans are more political fantasy than engineering reality. Ruhollah Shamizad, argues that Benjamin Netanyahu’s vision of replacing the Strait of Hormuz with pipelines through Israel, particularly […]
Political analyst Mohammad Khatibi, in an interview with NewsX on March 10, 2026 emphasized that not only the U.S. has ignored the principles of human rights that it claims to defend, but it has also made significant miscalculations about the nature of its target, Iran. Continuity of Attacks on Civilian Areas Contrary to initial claims,
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By Hamed Vafaei, Professor of Chinese Studies at the University of Tehran In March 2026, the United States and Israel launched a criminal attack on Iran, a clear violation of Article 2(4) of the United Nations Charter, which absolutely prohibits the use of force against the territorial integrity of any state. Following this attack, initiated
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The theories of geopolitical thinkers Halford J. Mackinder and Nicholas Spykman highlight Iran’s unique position. Mackinder warned that domination of the “Heartland” (Eurasia) would lead to supremacy over maritime powers, while Spykman argued that control of the “Rimland” is crucial for preventing Heartland powers from extending their influence to the seas. This dual significance means
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The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel represents a significant strategic and political defeat for Israel. Initially bolstered by strong U.S. support, Israel now finds itself facing unprecedented political isolation and the collapse of its deterrence narrative. While military operations continue, the true battleground is shifting toward political legitimacy and global public opinion. Breakdown of
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As the geopolitical landscape evolves with potential military actions from the U.S. against Iran, Iraqi Kurds find themselves facing a crucial dilemma regarding their relationship with Iran and the activities of Kurdish anti-regime groups. Historical Ties between Iraq’s Kurds and Iran and Current Dynamics The relationship between Iraq’s Kurds and Iran is deeply rooted, with
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Dr. Hassan Hassan Khani, an economic issues expert from the Saba think tank, argues that the global economy is increasingly interconnected, leading to reduced problem-solving capabilities. He likens the current state of the world to the Wiemar Republic, characterized by disorder and political crisis. In this context, commodity prices have significantly risen. The price of
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The “Yinon Plan,” named after Oded Yinon, an Israeli Ministry of Defense advisor, is a significant document outlining a strategy for the disintegration of West Asia and North Africa since the 1980s. First published in 1981 in the Hebrew journal “Kivunim,” it gained prominence for its analysis of the geopolitical landscape and has been linked
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Assuming Iran’s victory in this civilizational war, several strategies for realizing the Islamic Republic’s desired scenario in the post-war period are outlined to achieve a New Middle Eastern Order Transforming Military Achievements into a Sustainable Political and Economic Order for a New Middle Eastern Order Based on past experiences, it appears that the most significant
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The selection of a new leader for the Islamic Republic of Iran marks a critical moment for national identity and image on the global stage. The new leader is expected to serve as a “lighthouse” for international perceptions, shaping the narrative of Iran’s resilience, historical continuity, and governance rationality amidst a backdrop of media-driven cognitive
