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International Law and Iran’s Response

Cultural Heritage in Crisis: International Law and Iran’s Response

At a specialized conference on cultural heritage protection during conflicts and crises, experts examined the role of international legal frameworks in safeguarding cultural heritage and discussed Iran’s responsibilities and opportunities in this field. Dr. Rasoul Vatandoust, distinguished cultural heritage scholar and former Director of International Relations at Iran’s Cultural Heritage Organization, emphasized the importance of […]

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Third Sacred Defense

The Third Sacred Defense was Achieved through Popular Mobilization

What emerged after the “Ramadan War” in Iran defied expectations, significantly strengthening national morale and social cohesion. This renewed unity once again demonstrated Iran’s cohesive national power in countering unilateralism and the overreach of the U.S. and Israel. The Third Sacred Defense: Iran’s National Unity and Strategic Deterrence After the Ramadan War The third seminar

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China’s Foreign Policy Embraces the Unity of Opposites

China’s Foreign Policy Embraces the Unity of Opposites

China’s foreign policy approach is significantly different from that of the United States. As Hamed Vafaei, a professor of China studies at the University of Tehran, states in an exclusive interview, “China’s foreign policy embraces the ‘unity of opposites.’” In Trump’s foreign policy, it is impossible to maintain friendly relations with both Iran and Israel

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Defensive Deterrence and Economic Challenges in Iran

Geopolitical Consequences, Defensive Deterrence, and Economic Challenges in Iran

Mr. Saber Mirzaei, Deputy of Research and Development at the Center for Cooperation, discussed the historical roots of conflicts, Iran’s defensive capabilities, and economic challenges. Historical Roots Not as Past, but as “Structural Deterrents“ The focus is on the U.S. behavioral pattern of refusing formal concessions, illustrated by its hasty withdrawals from Vietnam and Afghanistan,

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Strait of Hormuz

Formulating Laws and Regulations for the Strait of Hormuz

During this meeting, the key points and requirements for establishing laws and regulations concerning the Strait of Hormuz were discussed, based on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, principles of maritime warfare law, and the maritime zones law of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Persian Gulf and Oman Sea.

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Ramadan War World

Iran’s Role in the International Order in the Post-Ramadan War World

The Ramadan War provided Iran with an opportunity to enhance its power and role in the international arena, which perhaps was a consequence that the United States never desired. The specialized session titled “Iran’s Role in the International Order in the Post-Ramadan War World” was held on April 20 by the Strategic and International Analysis

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Creativity in the Heart of Crisis

Dimensions of “Creativity in the Heart of Crisis”

Crises can often serve as pivotal moments for growth and development. In times of turbulence, opportunities for creativity and innovation emerge, allowing individuals and communities to reassess their values and embrace new narratives. Emerging generations, with their unique perspectives and tools, are becoming the driving force behind these new stories, particularly during challenging circumstances. Opportunities

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Blockchain

Blockchain for Productive Investment: Tokenization and Sanctions

Blockchain in productive investment has immense potential to transform financing methods, reduce costs, and overcome sanctions. The panel discussion “How to Leverage Blockchain for Productive Investment?” at KHANA explored blockchain’s overlooked potential in financing production, legal barriers, and its role in bypassing sanctions. Key Insights from Experts: Dr. Alireza Yaghobi, Fintech Association: Dr. Mohammad Qasemi,

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Iran and China’s CIPS

Connecting Iran to China’s Cross Border Interbank Payment System

As one of the world’s largest oil exporters, Iran must exercise greater control over its oil trade transactions and banking payment systems. Despite the widespread belief that FATF-related restrictions constitute a major legal barrier to Iran’s financial and commercial exchanges, it was emphasized in a recent policy meeting that this assumption is legally inaccurate. Experts

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