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Iran on the Brink of Transformation: Domestic Pressures, an Adverse Regional Environment, and Washington’s Role in…
At the outset of 2026, the Islamic Republic of Iran finds itself at a critical juncture, shaped by the accumulation of deep-rooted structural crises and an increasing fracture…
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 their revolt, they would ultimately stand alone.…
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 a personal initiative or a routine ceremonial…
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 is a clear signal, one that deserves careful reading, not an emotional…
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 of repression. The latest nationwide unrest,…
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 it had executed a large-scale military operation against…
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. If we fail to transcend…
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 months ago and the use of air power…
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 of Bangladesh, heralding what she hoped would be her…
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 in a state of rivalry and indirect…