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Opportunities and Threats of the North-South Corridor (INSTC) for Iran

Seyed Fazel Shahcheragh The International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), aimed at connecting India to Russia through Iran, presents a strategic opportunity for Iran to transform into the “Eurasian Transit Hub” and break free from economic isolation. This 7,200-kilometer corridor will reduce trade costs between India and Russia by up to 55%, and with the completion […]

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U.S dead end in West Asia

Ali Heydari A recent report by The Wall Street Journal about the failure of U.S. bunker-busting bombs to destroy Houthi’s underground missile complex raises important questions about Washington’s true ability to target deep and hardened installations. This issue is especially relevant when analyzing potential scenarios involving attacks on Iran’s nuclear and missile facilities. The experience