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July 2013

4 Jul 2013
Elections in Iran and Its Foreign Policy
With Hassan Rohani's victory in Iran's recent elections, there have been suggestions that this may herald the end of the country's confrontational foreign policy. Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi argues that any major changes in Iran's foreign policy rely on Rohani's ability to make good on his campaign rhetoric. More on «Elections in Iran and Its Foreign Policy»
1 Jul 2013
Recalibrating American Grand Strategy: Softening US Policies Toward Iran In Order to Contain China
How might the US cope with China in an era of government austerity? Think grand strategically, says Samir Tata. Instead of fretting about how to cope with anti-access/area denial strategies in the Indian Ocean, Washington must first do something more substantial – i.e., boost its ties with India, Indonesia and Iran. More on «Recalibrating American Grand Strategy: Softening US Policies Toward Iran In Order to Contain China»

April 2013

5 Apr 2013
A Nuclear Iran: The Spur to a Regional Arms Race?
After describing Tehran’s strategic rationale for developing a nuclear program and assessing its ability to bring it to fruition, Amos Yadlin and Avner Golov then explore one of the many alarming scenarios that could result from a nuclear capable Iran – i.e., a regional arms race. More on «A Nuclear Iran: The Spur to a Regional Arms Race?»
4 Apr 2013
When Neorealism Meets the Middle East: Iran’s Pursuit of Nuclear Weapons in (Regional) Context
Is an Iran with nuclear weapons acceptable or even a potential good? To answer this question, Emily Landau takes Kenneth Waltz’s notorious argument that nuclear weapons may enhance security and applies it to the Middle East. The CSS’s Oliver Thränert, however, worries about the virtues of Waltz's approach. More on «When Neorealism Meets the Middle East: Iran’s Pursuit of Nuclear Weapons in (Regional) Context »
4 Apr 2013
Arguments for a Nuclear Iran?
Is an Iran with nuclear weapons acceptable or even a potential good? To answer this question, Emily Landau takes Kenneth Waltz’s notorious argument that nuclear weapons may enhance security and applies it to the Middle East. The CSS’s Oliver Thränert, however, worries about the virtues of Waltz's approach. More on «Arguments for a Nuclear Iran?»
3 Apr 2013
The Saudi-Iranian Rivalry and the Future of Middle East Security
Is Saudi Arabia synonymous with status quo’ism and Iran with revolution? According to W. Andrew Terrill, this familiar contrast may now have to be adjusted. The Arab Spring has introduced new political variables that Riyadh and Tehran must account for while pursuing their competing priorities. More on «The Saudi-Iranian Rivalry and the Future of Middle East Security»
2 Apr 2013
Iran's Regional Quagmire
Marlène Laruelle believes Iran’s regional status has been compromised by the Arab Spring, ongoing civil unrest in Syria and continued tensions over its nuclear program. Indeed, Tehran could soon find itself regionally isolated to a degree that is unprecedented in its recent history. More on «Iran's Regional Quagmire»
1 Apr 2013
Iran’s Internal Politics
Is the complex political system that Ayatollah Khomeini bequeathed to Iran in turmoil? The Atlantic Council’s Barbara Slavin and Yasim Alem believe so. Today, they consider what this predicament means for the Iranian electorate and external efforts to open up the country’s political space. More on «Iran’s Internal Politics»

March 2013

19 Mar 2013
Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program
Despite widespread international condemnation and tough sanctions, Iran's controversial nuclear program shows no sign of slowing down. Today, Benjamin Mayer explains why Tehran continues to pursue a program that has so many opponents. More on «Method not Madness: Why Tehran Continues to Pursue its Nuclear Program»

February 2013

27 Feb 2013
The Role of Iran in the South Caucasus
Iran's determination to expand its influence within the South Caucasus is shaped by its desire to counter the threats posed by other powers, writes Tornike Sharashenidze. As a potential rival and prominent energy power, relations with Shia-dominated Azerbaijan are at the top of Tehran's policy agenda. More on «The Role of Iran in the South Caucasus»

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