‘Death to America’ in the Age of Goshayesh: Iran’s Internal Struggle to Accept the Nuclear Deal
It’s not just the United States where the nuclear deal is controversial. In Iran, it has set the stage for an epic battle between the conservative and reformist elements of Iranian politics.
Iran Maneuvers Uzbek-Tajik Squabbles
Iran has been struggling to navigate the complex energy and transport squabbles between Tajikistan and Uzbekistan - disputes that are complicating Tehran's regional ambitions. Iran is likely to continue supporting Tajik energy schemes, while remaining circumspect in order not to derail its growing relations with Uzbekistan.
Map: Boko Haram in Nigeria (02/09/15)
Boko Haram launched two failed cross-border attacks over the past week, and deepened its encirclement of the state capital of Maiduguri.
Sanctions, Oil Could Weaken Russia’s Rule in the North Caucasus
A budgetary crisis in Moscow risks reigniting long-dormant insurgencies across the North Caucasus.
Iraq Protests in Recent Historical Perspective
The seeds of the current crisis were planted during the demise of the Hussein regime.
Flash: EU Russia Sanctions a Casualty of President Trump?
The Trump presidency is a game-changer for EU sanctions on Russia.
South China Sea Dispute: Indonesia
In the fourth article of our series on South China Sea claimants, we examine the historical reasoning, diplomacy, and military dimensions of Indonesia’s claim.
We Have Lift-Off at the US Federal Reserve
The long-awaited and much-feared US Fed hike will end up being anti-climactic.
Turkey: Syrian Intervention, Regional Resurgence
This outline explores the regional forces and core interests motivating Turkey’s foray into the Syrian civil war.