International Affairs

The Complexity of Transboundary River Governance in Iran (Helmand River)

The Complexity of Transboundary River Governance in Iran (Helmand River)

Sustainable Governance of Iran’s Transboundary Waters: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategies for Managing the Helmand River Basin Transboundary waters, as vital and shared resources among neighboring countries, play a fundamental role in meeting agricultural, industrial, and environmental needs. However, managing these resources faces multiple challenges, including political disputes, legal inequalities, and adverse impacts of climate change. […]

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Memorandum of Cooperation between Iran and Russia in the field of Cadastre

Analytical Note by Economic Corruption Confrontation Thinktank regarding the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Iran and Russia in the field of geospatial data and cadastre, and a Significant Step toward the Development of the Country’s Registration and Land-based Infrastructure Abstract In line with deepening technical and specialize cooperation between Iran and the Russian Federation, a

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Psychological Operations of the Enemy During the 12-Day Imposed War and Afterwards

Psychological Operations of the Enemy During the 12-Day Imposed War and Afterwards

This study examines some aspects of the enemy’s psychological operations against Iran during the 12-day imposed war and explores strategies to counteract them Abstract The 12-day imposed war ended with a temporary ceasefire, but the media battle and psychological operations continue. To achieve victory, an active information system with strong narrative-building and locally produced content

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International Legal and Geopolitical Dimensions of the Zangezur Corridor

International Legal and Geopolitical Dimensions of the Zangezur Corridor

An Analytical Note on the Legal and Geopolitical Aspects of the Zangezur Corridor and Syunik Province, and Practical Mechanisms for Iran The transfer of management and control over the Zangezur Corridor to a consortium led by the United States and NATO is not merely an economic project, but a geopolitical move with far-reaching security, economic,

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Caucasus And Israel

Interwoven Interests: The Extent and Aims of Israeli Influence in the Caucasus

An Analysis of the Goals and Extent of Israeli Influence in the Caucasus Region and the Interwoven Factors of Their Relations The presence of the Israeli regime in northwestern Iran and the Caucasus region has complicated the relations among neighboring countries on both sides of the Aras River, leading to occasional conflicts. To implement its

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Comprehensive analysis of the snapback mechanism and its effects

Comprehensive analysis of the snapback mechanism and its effects

Examining its activation process and its link to the conditioning of Iran’s economy and politics toward the West within the JCPOA framework Abstract The snapback mechanism is one of the key challenges in the JCPOA negotiations, as it can lead to the reinstatement of all previous UN sanctions against Iran. This mechanism provides a critical

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As-Suwayda Province in Southern Syria: The Painful Domain of Ahmad al-Shar’a

As-Suwayda Province in Southern Syria: The Painful Domain of Ahmad al-Shar’a

A Commentary by the Tehran Think Tank on Recent Developments in Southern Syria, Internal Clashes, and Israeli Attacks in the Region Abstract Bloody Unrest in Suwayda: A Local Conflict with Regional Implications The southern Syrian province of Suwayda has recently witnessed violent clashes that began with a highway robbery and escalated into armed conflict between

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Image of Iranian missile strikes on Israel during Operation True Promise

Ceasefire in Israel’s Imposed War Against Iran from the Perspective of Arabic-Speaking Users

An Analysis of Arabic-Speaking Users’ Positions on the Social Network X Regarding the Ceasefire Announcement and the End of Israel’s Imposed War Against Iran (2025/06/12 – 2025/06/25) Abstract In recent years, Arabic-language social networks have become a primary arena for shaping public opinion and directing political discourse in the Middle East. Tensions and agreements among

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Trade with Neighboring Countries

The Impact of War on Iran’s Overland Trade with Neighboring Countries

An Analytical Note by the Ara Research Center on the Iran-Israel War and Its Consequences for Regional Trade The Importance of Overland Trade in Iran’s Regional and Economic Policy Amid escalating military and political tensions between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Zionist regime, Iran’s overland trade—one of the country’s key economic and strategic

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German Government

What Lies at the Root of the Current German Government’s Hostility Toward Iran?

A policy brief by the Tehran Think Tank examining Germany’s position in the Iran–Israel war and the underlying reasons for its support of the Zionist regime During the Iran–Israel war, the German Chancellor openly expressed support for Israel, stating: “Israel is doing the dirty work for all of us (the West).” This was not the

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