Tannaz Karimi

The Trump Administration’s Narrative

The Trump Administration’s Narrative Construction of the Attack on Iran

The role of American public opinion and the “one decisive strike” doctrine in the political and social shifts of the Trump administration regarding the attack on Iran In the contemporary world, foreign policy—especially that of major powers—is heavily influenced by public opinion and the media. In this context, the interaction between policymakers and society plays […]

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Venezuela after Maduro

Will Venezuela be Western oriented after Maduro?

 Examining possible scenarios in Venezuela’s future after the kidnapping of this country’s president by the United States government The formation of a pro-Western government in Venezuela appears unlikely. However, limited cooperation between the new Rodríguez government and the United States—particularly in areas such as oil resources—is possible. Following U.S. air strikes and the abduction of

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Securitization of Hezbollah

The Securitization of Hezbollah: Navigating the Global War of Narratives

As part of its mission to decode the most intricate layers of international relations and regional security, KHANA, in collaboration with the Kadras Institute, recently hosted a high-level strategic session. This session brought together leading experts on Lebanese affairs and transnational security to analyze a critical phenomenon: the “securitization” of political actors in the Middle

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sustainable security in West Asia

Sustainable Security in West Asia: When Development Becomes a Strategic Issue

At a high-level Roundtable hosted by KHANA, a group of senior experts explored the concept of sustainable security in West Asia, arguing that development is no longer complementary to security but a core strategic requirement. The discussion moved beyond conventional defense-oriented approaches and emphasized that lasting regional stability must be built on economic and social

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migrant integration

Necessity of Transitioning Toward Migrant Integration

As a bridge between academic rigor and national governance, KHANA continues to facilitate critical dialogues on Iran’s most complex structural issues. By hosting the Rahel Association’s specialized sessions, we provide a platform for elite thinkers to challenge outdated paradigms and propose sophisticated frameworks for social and strategic reform. At a recent KHANA hosted symposium, Dr.

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Oil Market

The Impact of the Iran Israel War on the Global Oil Market

Amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the impact of conflicts on global oil markets has become a critical area of study. This research, conducted in 2025 by Arshia Khamedi and Hadi Atazadeh at the Imam Sadiq University Oil and Energy Think Tank, examines how a potential war between Iran and Israel could disrupt energy

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Energy Optimization

Energy Optimization Instruments in the European Union

A Review of Energy Optimization Tools in the European Union and Strategies to Strengthen Energy Efficiency in Iran Energy is one of the most important factors for economic and social development in today’s world, playing a vital role in industrial advancement, improving quality of life, and supporting national infrastructures. With population growth and the rapid

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Karaneh Weekly

Karaneh Weekly Issue 17: An Endless Road with No Final Destination

In a world where crises neither end nor resolve easily, politics, economics, and technology are more deeply intertwined than ever. Issue No. 17 of Karaneh Weekly is an attempt to make sense of this entanglement—from the battle formation of central banks and geopolitical gambles over the future of artificial intelligence to a critical reassessment of

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