Middle East
'Max pressure' 2.0 on Iran could trigger a nuclear crisis
The Iranians appear willing to make a deal; if Trump plays it right, he may just get one
November 29, 2024
Muhammad Sahimi
Middle East
Assassination of Hamas leader in Iran puts new president in a trap
Depending on how Pezeshkian responds, it may force the US to get directly involved in defense of Israel
July 31, 2024
Middle East
Could a reformist actually win the Iranian presidential election?
There is one moderate among a parade of hardliners contending to replace the late Ebrahim Raisi
June 11, 2024
Middle East
Raisi’s death throws a wrench into internal Iranian politics
This could destabilize Iran further and complicate the showdown for electing the next supreme leader
May 20, 2024
Middle East
Iran’s political factions aren't united on Hamas, or the Middle East
But most favor a policy of restraint in reaction to the Gaza war.
November 24, 2023
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