OPINION
OPINION
Where Is the Global Oil Market Heading?
Additional supplies from alternative countries like Iran, as well as the length of time required for Russian oil replacement, will be the factor reducing uncertainty upon the oil market.
SECURITY STUDIES
How Has Russia Used the Iranian Nuclear Crisis to Achieve Its Goals in Ukraine?
"A nuclear Iran" may be at odds with Moscow's interests, however, "the threat of Iran's nuclearization" has created a crisis that Russia has been able to leverage against the West.
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Iran’s Approach to Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The waged war to invade Ukraine by Russia created certain opportunities for Iran on the political and economic field, especially within the security ground.
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Overview of the Water Crisis in Khuzestan
Since water transfer projects in Karun proceed, and the management of water resources is based on lobbies and ethnic interests, the hydro-politics of Khuzestan has gotten increasingly complicated.
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Iran-Qatar Diplomacy: A Challenge Against Russia?
Issues related to the Vienna talks and the desire to take advantage of the Russia crisis brought Iran and Qatar together. However, that may be a problem for Russia.
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The Leaked Audio File and Debates Over Corruption in Iran
The leaked audio file should be interpreted as a part of the rivalry between conservatives.
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How Will JCPOA 2 Affect Iranian Regional Policies?
The Vienna agreement will affect domestic power balances, but the crucial impact can be on the regional policies.
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France’s Multifaceted Approach in Iraq
French ambitions in Iraq present various indicators towards a geopolitical balance of power and economic gains.
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Afghanistan’s Economic Potential
In Afghanistan, there are crucial mineral deposits, and the estimated value of those are 3 trillion dollars.
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Offices in Iran Required Being a Mujtahid
It is necessary to be an absolute mujtahid (mujtahid mutlaq) for ten offices that are stated in the Constitution, while it is sufficient to be a partial (mutajazzi) mujtahid for the other offices.
