International Affairs

Barriers and Incentives of the Iran-U.S. Agreement at the Regional Level

An analysis of the status of the governments of Iran and the U.S. and the introduction of the drivers and obstacles to an agreement between the two countries Abstract Verbal signals from both Iran and the United States indicating a willingness to begin negotiations are on the rise. From the outset, President Pezeshkian’s administration has […]

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The United States and Iran: Where Will the Challenges Created During the Trump Administration Lead?

Report on the Session “Discussion and Analysis of the Contradictory Signals from the U.S. and the Management of the Trump Administration,” Hosted by KHANA. The session “Discussion and Analysis of the Contradictory Signals from the U.S. and the Management of the Trump Administration” was held at the KHANA. The session featured the participation of Ali

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Sanction Evasion by Russia During the Ukraine War

Note from the Center for Strategic and International Analysis on Examining Russia’s Performance in Evasion of U.S. and European Union Sanctions During the War with Ukraine Abstract After the onset of the Ukraine war in 2022 and the imposition of sanctions, along with increasing political and economic pressures against Russia, many believed that Ukraine would

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The issue of oil in the Southern countries of the Persian Gulf

An analysis of some of the most important issues related to oil in the Middle East and the Arab countries of the Persian Gulf region Abstract Nowadays, the countries of the Persian Gulf region hold great significance due to their vast oil resources. These enormous resources have brought substantial benefits to these countries; however, due

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The competition between China and the United States for access to vital resources in Africa

Explaining the importance of copper in sustainable development and examining the competition between China and the U.S. in Africa’s copper belt and their investments in the region Abstract Critical minerals such as cobalt, lithium, and copper play a significant role in the global economy and defense industries. Copper, as one of the key elements in

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Examining the geopolitical capacities of the gas market

Examining the gas geopolitics of the region, identifying the obstacles to Iran’s presence in the regional gas market, and proposing practical solutions to overcome these obstacles Abstract Gas is one of Iran’s key leverage points in energy geopolitics. However, the gas market is not without competition, and some of Iran’s neighboring countries, such as Turkey,

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Strategic Considerations and Requirements for Energy Trade between Iran and Turkmenistan

A Study on the Energy Development Outlook in Turkmenistan and Proposing recommended Actions for Enhancing Energy-Based Interactions with This Country Abstract Turkmenistan holds more than 13.6 trillion cubic meters (2.7%) of the world’s proven gas reserves, ranking fourth globally after Russia, Iran, and Qatar. Despite geographical constraints such as being landlocked and the need for

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Examining China’s Development-Oriented Security Policies in West Asia

By Farshad Adel, Secretary-General of the Iran and China Strategic Studies Think Tank.Note from the Iran and China Strategic Studies Think Tank on China’s Development-Oriented Security Policies in West Asia Abstract China should be considered a new actor in the West Asia. China, as a new actor in West Asia, has expanded its role based

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Examining the Issues of Syria After the Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Government

Identifying the Issues of Syria After the Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Government, Analyzing Its Impact on the Region and Iran, and Proposing Strategies for Iran and the Resistance Front Abstract The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria in recent weeks is considered one of the fastest and most complex regime changes in history. This

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Metaphors

The Role of Metaphors in Comprehending and Conducting Technology and Innovation

 Within the intricate and dynamically evolving landscape of technology and innovation, metaphors emerge as indispensable tools for simplifying complex concepts and shaping the discourse surrounding governance and policy-making. In technological domains, which are inherently interdisciplinary and subject to rapid change, metaphors can play a crucial role in facilitating comprehension and fostering connections among various stakeholders.

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