Information on "Iran"
March 2013
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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
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26 Feb 2013
U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust
Tracy Lee believes that the reelection of Barack Obama may help to ease tensions between the United States and Iran. What she does not expect to change, however, is Washington’s tough diplomatic stance over Tehran’s controversial nuclear program. More on «U.S.-Iran Relations: In Diplomacy We Trust» -
19 Feb 2013
Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks
Kazakhstan is set to host multinational talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program. Our partners at EurasiaNet consider how Astana pulled off this 'diplomatic coup' and what it might mean for the Central Asian state's international reputation. More on «Kazakhstan: Astana Registers Diplomatic Boost with Iran Nuclear Talks»
October 2012
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18 Oct 2012
The 'Third Track': US Military Moves in Persian Gulf
The United States continues to pursue a 'dual track' strategy in order to thwart Iran’s nuclear program. Although it has increased its military presence in the Persian Gulf, the build-up has failed to ease regional tensions or prevent continued demands for a more robust Israeli response, or so argues Sam Rajiv. More on «The 'Third Track': US Military Moves in Persian Gulf »
September 2012
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20 Sep 2012
US-Iranian Relations: A Decade down the Line
Stringent economic and political sanctions notwithstanding, the United States continues to be frustrated in its attempts to curtail Iran's nuclear program. Pursuing strategic missile defense, Sam Rajiv argues, is no solution either – it will merely complicate global and regional security. More on «US-Iranian Relations: A Decade down the Line»
June 2012
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15 Jun 2012
Nuclear Weapons in the Middle East: Here to Stay
Tehran's and Tel Aviv's reluctance to give up their nuclear programs will complicate diplomatic initiatives aimed at creating a WMD-free Middle East. More on «Nuclear Weapons in the Middle East: Here to Stay» -
11 Jun 2012
The Military Option in the Iranian Nuclear Crisis
An Israeli air strike on Iran's nuclear facilities jeopardizes the security of the Middle East. Our partners at C.A.P argue that the European Union should persuade Israel to refrain from exercising this option. More on «The Military Option in the Iranian Nuclear Crisis»
