Articles, writings & analyses

Iran on the Brink of Transformation: Domestic Pressures, an Adverse Regional Environment, and Washington’s Role in Shaping Regional Dynamics

At the outset of 2026, the Islamic Republic of Iran finds itself at a critical juncture, shaped by the accumulation…

5 days ago

This Time Is Different: Iranian Protesters Finally Have Power on Their Side

For decades, Iranian protesters have risen up knowing one bitter truth: no matter how brave, how widespread, or how justified…

1 week ago

Zalmay Khalilzad’s Visit to Kabul: Messages, Implications, and Prospective Scenarios

Zalmay Khalilzad’s recent visit to Kabul, the former U.S. Special Representative for Afghan Peace, should not be interpreted merely as…

2 weeks ago

Venezuela’s Crisis: An Unignorable Warning to the Arab World

What unfolded in Venezuela over the weekend is not an isolated incident, nor should it be treated as such. It…

2 weeks ago

Why the Mullahs Can Be Toppled Without Occupying Iran

Iran has reached a point where protest alone may no longer be sufficient to dismantle the Islamic Republic’s entrenched machinery…

2 weeks ago

The Arrest of Maduro and the Collapse of International Legitimacy

In a seismic event for the international order, the United States announced on the dawn of January 3rd, 2026, that…

2 weeks ago

A New Arab-Islamic Alliance to Face the Coming Earthquakes

The ongoing developments in the Middle East necessitate a shift from traditional geopolitical stances. Every nation must recognize this imperative.…

2 weeks ago

Controlling Militancy Through Military Means:  Limits And Lessons

Pakistan’s internal security situation has continued to deteriorate despite the closure of crossing points along the Durand Line nearly three…

3 weeks ago

Power, Polarization, and Legacy of Khaleda Zia

She had envisioned a historic homecoming, one where throngs of supporters would flood the streets of Dhaka and every corner…

3 weeks ago

The Rivalry Between Turkey and Israel Evolving into Competing Blocs and Alliances

The war of annihilation in Gaza, following the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation and its regional repercussions, has placed Turkey and Israel…

3 weeks ago