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Kabul International Water Conference 2025

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Review of the objectives and performance of the Kabul International Water Conference 2025 and presentation of policy recommendations for improving transboundary water governance Abstract The first “International Water Conference” of Afghanistan, under the slogan “Clean Water, Healthy Life”, was held from February 24–26, 2025 (Esfand 6–8, 1403) at Kabul Polytechnic University. This scientific event was […]

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Donald Trump’s trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE in social media

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An analysis of Arabic-speaking users’ positions on the social network X in reaction to Donald Trump’s visit to the Arab countries of Southwest Asia Abstract Donald Trump’s visit to the Arab states of the Persian Gulf in May 2025 was a significant event that received wide coverage in the media and on social networks, providing

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Zangazur Corridor: From Geopolitical Challenge to Security Threat

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An analytical note by the International Relations Think Tank on the Zangazur Corridor, examining Israel’s role in this context and the existing threats to Iran In the summer of 2025, Azerbaijan announced that the Zangazur Corridor would be fully operational by spring 2026. The corridor, backed by Israel—which has supplied over 69% of Azerbaijan’s military

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Israel’s Attack on Qatar from the Perspective of International Law

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A brief from the International Relations Think Tank on Israel’s attack on Qatar, examining its legitimacy under international law and United Nations regulations Abstract The Israeli airstrike on Hamas’ political office in Doha, the capital of Qatar, on September 9, 2025 (18 Shahrivar 1404), sparked widespread international reactions. The attack, carried out using 15 fighter

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Zangazur Corridor: Legal Dimensions, Implementation Challenges, and Geopolitical Implications

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An analytical note by the Economic Diplomacy Think Tank on the Zangazur Corridor: Economic Opportunity or Geopolitical Threat for Iran Abstract After several years of disputes and three wars between Azerbaijan and Armenia since 1991, as well as intermittent border clashes in the Nagorno-Karabakh region, the leaders of the two countries finally met on August

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Instrumental Use: Israel’s Policies toward the Druze

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Analytical Note by Institute for studies of contemporary world on Israel’s Policies toward the Druze — from Mandatory Military Service to Structural Discrimination Israel, as an artificial regime with a small population and a fragile socio-political structure, has consistently sought to manage relations with its diverse minority groups. The Druze, as one of Israel’s key

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From the Mediterranean to the Caspian

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The Strategic Link between the David Corridor and the Zangazur Corrid Analytical Note by Institute for Studies of Contemporary World on the Strategic Connection of the David and Zangazur Corridors and Its Geopolitical Implications for IranFrom the Mediterranean to the Caspian Abstract Following recent regional developments, two geopolitical corridors, the “David Corridor” and the “Zangazur

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

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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

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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

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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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