As Iran tries to reinstate a nuclear deal with the US, it is in a better position to resolve its tensions with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), amid Qatar’s call for a form…
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As Iran’s role in Afghanistan’s future appears uncertain, it resorts to diplomacy and para-diplomacy to address this handicap. But without Qatar on its side, Tehran’s efforts…
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A collective Gulf regional system is what Iran wants. But it is an elusive goal, unless the GCC embraces talks.
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A flagship railway project designed to connect the Gulf Arab states is scheduled to launch in a few years. By bypassing Qatar, the project raises questions about prospects for…
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A few clerics in Iran are spreading misinformation about the coronavirus. But senior clerics linked to the country’s powerful religious seminaries are busy launching a virtual…
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The socioeconomic impact of COVID-19 in Iran could divide its society even after the virus is contained. Local experts urge giving up old social habits to embrace a nationwide…
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