Iran’s Revised Middle East Strategy in the Wake of Unprecedented Losses

Significant debate abounds among experts and specialists within think tanks and research institutions regarding the strategy of the Iranian leadership in the aftermath of its geopolitical losses in the Middle East. The key questions are the following: Where will Iran’s leadership direct its policy ...

IRAN IN A WEEK March 13-19, 2025

The Najaf  Marjaya Dispute Reflects the Complex Power Struggle in Anticipation of the Post-Sistani Era

Disputes occasionally surface within the marjaya in Najaf, involving either the marjas themselves or their followers. While these disagreements are often framed as scholarly in nature, they frequently stem from a complex interplay of factors that extend beyond purely religious or academic considerations. In ...

The Ukraine Peace Talks and Saudi Arabia’s Emergence as a Key Mediator Between Global Poles

On February 11, 2025, Saudi Arabia successfully facilitated discussions between the United States and Ukraine, a significant development following strained relations between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Trump administration. This came after a series of contentious White House talks that drew widespread global ...