International Affairs

Recent measures taken by Iran to limit transit through the Strait of Hormuz during the Ramadan War can be justified under international law. These actions served as a strategic tool to exert pressure on adversaries. However, Iran needs to establish a comprehensive legal framework for the “Transit Regime” applicable during both peace and wartime. Four […]

Kharg Island, a vital Iranian oil export hub in the Persian Gulf, holds absolute immunity due to Iran’s offensive capabilities. Any attack on its oil facilities would trigger a catastrophic global energy crisis, far surpassing the consequences of a direct military confrontation. Kharg Island, a vital Iranian oil export hub in the Persian Gulf, holds

China adopts a “cautious observer with strategic patience” approach to a potential US-Iran war, balancing its key foreign policy goals of managing relations with the US and expanding cooperation with Iran. Its strategy of “hedging” across the Persian Gulf region, evident in its balanced statements, aims to mitigate risks and maintain stability. China’s Energy Lifeline:

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

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

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

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

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

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

The recent conflicts, notably the war on February 2026 , diverge significantly from the previous 12-day war. The main difference lies in the fundamental objectives from the outset. Analysts are divided on Israel’s intentions in the current war. First Perspective of War on February 2026 Some argue that Israel’s military actions, such as targeting critical