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Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A senior analyst on Palestinian issues said: The occupied West Bank is once again witnessing increasing tensions. According to Anadolu News Agency, Israeli authorities prevented Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafa from visiting the villages of Burqa, Deir Dabwan, Duma, and Qusra, areas that are the target of attacks by illegal settlers. At the same time, in Nablus, settlers kidnapped two Palestinian children and tied them to a tree; an incident that has sounded the alarm for the Palestinians that their lives are in danger. Since the beginning of the Gaza war, 952 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank, and more than 7,000 have been injured.

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: In recent weeks, the United States’ new tariff policies have also affected the goods of traditional American allies in Europe, once again activating the conditions for creating tension in transatlantic relations.

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on regional issues said: The members of the far-right coalition in the Zionist regime are seeking the destruction of Hamas, and Netanyahu continues the war to keep them satisfied.

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

2025/04/26

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: Deterrence has always been one of the main pillars of the US foreign and security policy against its rivals. However, geopolitical developments, the emergence of non-state actors, cyber threats, and changes in the global balance of power show the need for the US to reconsider its traditional deterrence approaches. In this regard, the concept of “smart deterrence” as a combination of hard and soft tools has attracted the attention of American politicians.

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

2025/04/21

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: The visit of Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman to Iran, the presentation of the message of the Saudi King to the Supreme Leader of the Revolution, and the meeting with high-ranking officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to playing an effective role in strengthening and consolidating bilateral relations, can be effective in providing the necessary platforms and conditions for advancing collective cooperation in the region.

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

2025/04/17

Strategic Council Online – Guest Note: After the developments in Syria and the challenges that the Axis of Resistance has faced, policymakers and analysts have decided to present a new representation of the Middle East regional order and consider new dimensions in their decision-making. The change and new combination of cooperation and alliances indicate an understanding of changes in the regional order. As a result, we are witnessing a change in strategies, which also requires changing their type of action and approach.

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

2025/04/13

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary-General of the Iran-China Strategic Studies Institute believes that following the tariff war between China and the US, relations between Washington and Beijing face a turbulent outlook during the Trump era.

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Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

2020/05/04

Strategic Council Online: As Trump’s maximum pressure to attract US public opinion, and change the course of international development of corona pandemic towards China, by introducing this country as the origin of the virus, and make Beijing responsible for this pandemic by any means, French diplomacy is on a mission to continue this trend and to increase a controlled pressure on Paris-Beijing relations.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former IRI Ambassador to France

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: “Despite international efforts to lift unilateral sanctions against Iran under the coronavirus crisis, unfortunately, there are no signs of a change in US policy,” said an analyst of international affairs. He added that the IRI Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made great and successful efforts to this end but the pressure must be much greater to be effective and leave an impact on the Trump team.

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: Given the economic and social implications of the coronavirus in the United States, maybe it would be more attractive if Trump was defeated by his Democratic rival, Joe Biden. However, even if this would be the case given the US governing structure in practice, it is unlikely for Biden to be able to make effective changes in the US strategy towards the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Saeed Shokouhi – Faculty Member of Allameh Tabatabai University

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: European convergence has declined in recent years due to the Brexit or coming to power of right-wing parties, and today the outbreak of corona and its economic implications could deepen these crises and differences.
Alireza Thamoudi – European Affairs Expert

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: A West Asian affairs analyst said that Canada’s decision to resume arms sales to Saudi Arabia in open violation of human rights laws in the country, originates from the severe economic recession faced by the Ottawa government. “Human rights claims by Western democracies are used as showoff tools to influence the behaviour of certain statesmen,” he said.

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: An expert on West Asian affairs called the mass deportation of Ethiopian migrants from Saudi Arabia without conducting corona testing an inhumane act, stressing that the deportation was sparked by the sharp drop in oil prices and a severe budget deficit facing Riyadh.

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

2020/04/30

Strategic Council Online: US President Ronald Trump is under intense public pressure these days, and the evidence points to negligence and uncertainty in crisis management in the United States, which has made the situation in the country very critical. Now the president of the United States is looking for a victim to put the blame on, and to hold that institution or organization responsible for this scandal.
Amir Ali Abolfatah – American affairs expert

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

2020/04/27

Strategic Council Online: The issue of engaging the Iraqi popular mobilization forces and resistance groups against ISIS could be a ploy to draw the attention of these groups to the confrontation with terrorists rather than to the United States.
Seyed Reza Qazvini Gharabi – Journalist and Senior Analyst of Iraqi Affairs

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: An expert on Middle East affairs citing the global outbreak of the corona crisis, as well as the news on the arrest and restriction of the Saudi Crown Prince’s opponents under the pretext of quarantine, said: Bin Salman has tried to take advantage of the conditions caused by the coronavirus and eliminate his opponents. Re-adoption of conservative policies after a round of unsuccessful experience with political ambitions seems to put Saudi Arabia more focused on the economy. Accordingly, such an atmosphere could pave the way for greater engagement with Iran

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: The developments occurring in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for quantitative and qualitative reasons are considerably detached from the traditional process, based on general and current standards in the country. Meantime, some observers and analysts evaluate the situation of political trends in Saudi Arabia to be different from the previous years.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former Iranian Ambassador

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Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A senior analyst on Palestinian issues said: The occupied West Bank is once again witnessing increasing tensions. According to Anadolu News Agency, Israeli authorities prevented Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafa from visiting the villages of Burqa, Deir Dabwan, Duma, and Qusra, areas that are the target of attacks by illegal settlers. At the same time, in Nablus, settlers kidnapped two Palestinian children and tied them to a tree; an incident that has sounded the alarm for the Palestinians that their lives are in danger. Since the beginning of the Gaza war, 952 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank, and more than 7,000 have been injured.

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: In recent weeks, the United States’ new tariff policies have also affected the goods of traditional American allies in Europe, once again activating the conditions for creating tension in transatlantic relations.

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on regional issues said: The members of the far-right coalition in the Zionist regime are seeking the destruction of Hamas, and Netanyahu continues the war to keep them satisfied.

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

2025/04/26

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: Deterrence has always been one of the main pillars of the US foreign and security policy against its rivals. However, geopolitical developments, the emergence of non-state actors, cyber threats, and changes in the global balance of power show the need for the US to reconsider its traditional deterrence approaches. In this regard, the concept of “smart deterrence” as a combination of hard and soft tools has attracted the attention of American politicians.

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

2025/04/21

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: The visit of Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman to Iran, the presentation of the message of the Saudi King to the Supreme Leader of the Revolution, and the meeting with high-ranking officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to playing an effective role in strengthening and consolidating bilateral relations, can be effective in providing the necessary platforms and conditions for advancing collective cooperation in the region.

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

2025/04/17

Strategic Council Online – Guest Note: After the developments in Syria and the challenges that the Axis of Resistance has faced, policymakers and analysts have decided to present a new representation of the Middle East regional order and consider new dimensions in their decision-making. The change and new combination of cooperation and alliances indicate an understanding of changes in the regional order. As a result, we are witnessing a change in strategies, which also requires changing their type of action and approach.

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

2025/04/13

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary-General of the Iran-China Strategic Studies Institute believes that following the tariff war between China and the US, relations between Washington and Beijing face a turbulent outlook during the Trump era.

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Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

2020/05/04

Strategic Council Online: As Trump’s maximum pressure to attract US public opinion, and change the course of international development of corona pandemic towards China, by introducing this country as the origin of the virus, and make Beijing responsible for this pandemic by any means, French diplomacy is on a mission to continue this trend and to increase a controlled pressure on Paris-Beijing relations.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former IRI Ambassador to France

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: “Despite international efforts to lift unilateral sanctions against Iran under the coronavirus crisis, unfortunately, there are no signs of a change in US policy,” said an analyst of international affairs. He added that the IRI Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made great and successful efforts to this end but the pressure must be much greater to be effective and leave an impact on the Trump team.

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: Given the economic and social implications of the coronavirus in the United States, maybe it would be more attractive if Trump was defeated by his Democratic rival, Joe Biden. However, even if this would be the case given the US governing structure in practice, it is unlikely for Biden to be able to make effective changes in the US strategy towards the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Saeed Shokouhi – Faculty Member of Allameh Tabatabai University

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: European convergence has declined in recent years due to the Brexit or coming to power of right-wing parties, and today the outbreak of corona and its economic implications could deepen these crises and differences.
Alireza Thamoudi – European Affairs Expert

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: A West Asian affairs analyst said that Canada’s decision to resume arms sales to Saudi Arabia in open violation of human rights laws in the country, originates from the severe economic recession faced by the Ottawa government. “Human rights claims by Western democracies are used as showoff tools to influence the behaviour of certain statesmen,” he said.

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: An expert on West Asian affairs called the mass deportation of Ethiopian migrants from Saudi Arabia without conducting corona testing an inhumane act, stressing that the deportation was sparked by the sharp drop in oil prices and a severe budget deficit facing Riyadh.

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

2020/04/30

Strategic Council Online: US President Ronald Trump is under intense public pressure these days, and the evidence points to negligence and uncertainty in crisis management in the United States, which has made the situation in the country very critical. Now the president of the United States is looking for a victim to put the blame on, and to hold that institution or organization responsible for this scandal.
Amir Ali Abolfatah – American affairs expert

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

2020/04/27

Strategic Council Online: The issue of engaging the Iraqi popular mobilization forces and resistance groups against ISIS could be a ploy to draw the attention of these groups to the confrontation with terrorists rather than to the United States.
Seyed Reza Qazvini Gharabi – Journalist and Senior Analyst of Iraqi Affairs

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: An expert on Middle East affairs citing the global outbreak of the corona crisis, as well as the news on the arrest and restriction of the Saudi Crown Prince’s opponents under the pretext of quarantine, said: Bin Salman has tried to take advantage of the conditions caused by the coronavirus and eliminate his opponents. Re-adoption of conservative policies after a round of unsuccessful experience with political ambitions seems to put Saudi Arabia more focused on the economy. Accordingly, such an atmosphere could pave the way for greater engagement with Iran

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: The developments occurring in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for quantitative and qualitative reasons are considerably detached from the traditional process, based on general and current standards in the country. Meantime, some observers and analysts evaluate the situation of political trends in Saudi Arabia to be different from the previous years.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former Iranian Ambassador

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Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

2020/05/04

Strategic Council Online: As Trump’s maximum pressure to attract US public opinion, and change the course of international development of corona pandemic towards China, by introducing this country as the origin of the virus, and make Beijing responsible for this pandemic by any means, French diplomacy is on a mission to continue this trend and to increase a controlled pressure on Paris-Beijing relations.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former IRI Ambassador to France

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: “Despite international efforts to lift unilateral sanctions against Iran under the coronavirus crisis, unfortunately, there are no signs of a change in US policy,” said an analyst of international affairs. He added that the IRI Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made great and successful efforts to this end but the pressure must be much greater to be effective and leave an impact on the Trump team.

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: Given the economic and social implications of the coronavirus in the United States, maybe it would be more attractive if Trump was defeated by his Democratic rival, Joe Biden. However, even if this would be the case given the US governing structure in practice, it is unlikely for Biden to be able to make effective changes in the US strategy towards the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Saeed Shokouhi – Faculty Member of Allameh Tabatabai University

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: European convergence has declined in recent years due to the Brexit or coming to power of right-wing parties, and today the outbreak of corona and its economic implications could deepen these crises and differences.
Alireza Thamoudi – European Affairs Expert

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: A West Asian affairs analyst said that Canada’s decision to resume arms sales to Saudi Arabia in open violation of human rights laws in the country, originates from the severe economic recession faced by the Ottawa government. “Human rights claims by Western democracies are used as showoff tools to influence the behaviour of certain statesmen,” he said.

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: An expert on West Asian affairs called the mass deportation of Ethiopian migrants from Saudi Arabia without conducting corona testing an inhumane act, stressing that the deportation was sparked by the sharp drop in oil prices and a severe budget deficit facing Riyadh.

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

2020/04/30

Strategic Council Online: US President Ronald Trump is under intense public pressure these days, and the evidence points to negligence and uncertainty in crisis management in the United States, which has made the situation in the country very critical. Now the president of the United States is looking for a victim to put the blame on, and to hold that institution or organization responsible for this scandal.
Amir Ali Abolfatah – American affairs expert

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

2020/04/27

Strategic Council Online: The issue of engaging the Iraqi popular mobilization forces and resistance groups against ISIS could be a ploy to draw the attention of these groups to the confrontation with terrorists rather than to the United States.
Seyed Reza Qazvini Gharabi – Journalist and Senior Analyst of Iraqi Affairs

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: An expert on Middle East affairs citing the global outbreak of the corona crisis, as well as the news on the arrest and restriction of the Saudi Crown Prince’s opponents under the pretext of quarantine, said: Bin Salman has tried to take advantage of the conditions caused by the coronavirus and eliminate his opponents. Re-adoption of conservative policies after a round of unsuccessful experience with political ambitions seems to put Saudi Arabia more focused on the economy. Accordingly, such an atmosphere could pave the way for greater engagement with Iran

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: The developments occurring in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for quantitative and qualitative reasons are considerably detached from the traditional process, based on general and current standards in the country. Meantime, some observers and analysts evaluate the situation of political trends in Saudi Arabia to be different from the previous years.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former Iranian Ambassador

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Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

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Strategic Council Online – Interview: A senior analyst on Palestinian issues said: The occupied West Bank is once again witnessing increasing tensions. According to Anadolu News Agency, Israeli authorities prevented Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafa from visiting the villages of Burqa, Deir Dabwan, Duma, and Qusra, areas that are the target of attacks by illegal settlers. At the same time, in Nablus, settlers kidnapped two Palestinian children and tied them to a tree; an incident that has sounded the alarm for the Palestinians that their lives are in danger. Since the beginning of the Gaza war, 952 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank, and more than 7,000 have been injured.

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: In recent weeks, the United States’ new tariff policies have also affected the goods of traditional American allies in Europe, once again activating the conditions for creating tension in transatlantic relations.

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on regional issues said: The members of the far-right coalition in the Zionist regime are seeking the destruction of Hamas, and Netanyahu continues the war to keep them satisfied.

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

2025/04/26

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: Deterrence has always been one of the main pillars of the US foreign and security policy against its rivals. However, geopolitical developments, the emergence of non-state actors, cyber threats, and changes in the global balance of power show the need for the US to reconsider its traditional deterrence approaches. In this regard, the concept of “smart deterrence” as a combination of hard and soft tools has attracted the attention of American politicians.

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

2025/04/21

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: The visit of Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman to Iran, the presentation of the message of the Saudi King to the Supreme Leader of the Revolution, and the meeting with high-ranking officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to playing an effective role in strengthening and consolidating bilateral relations, can be effective in providing the necessary platforms and conditions for advancing collective cooperation in the region.

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

2025/04/17

Strategic Council Online – Guest Note: After the developments in Syria and the challenges that the Axis of Resistance has faced, policymakers and analysts have decided to present a new representation of the Middle East regional order and consider new dimensions in their decision-making. The change and new combination of cooperation and alliances indicate an understanding of changes in the regional order. As a result, we are witnessing a change in strategies, which also requires changing their type of action and approach.

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

2025/04/13

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary-General of the Iran-China Strategic Studies Institute believes that following the tariff war between China and the US, relations between Washington and Beijing face a turbulent outlook during the Trump era.

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Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

Corona and France’s support for increasing pressure on China

2020/05/04

Strategic Council Online: As Trump’s maximum pressure to attract US public opinion, and change the course of international development of corona pandemic towards China, by introducing this country as the origin of the virus, and make Beijing responsible for this pandemic by any means, French diplomacy is on a mission to continue this trend and to increase a controlled pressure on Paris-Beijing relations.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former IRI Ambassador to France

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

Trump’s Disregard for Int’l Efforts to Lift Iran Sanctions

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: “Despite international efforts to lift unilateral sanctions against Iran under the coronavirus crisis, unfortunately, there are no signs of a change in US policy,” said an analyst of international affairs. He added that the IRI Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made great and successful efforts to this end but the pressure must be much greater to be effective and leave an impact on the Trump team.

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

Impact of November Election on US-Iranian Relations

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: Given the economic and social implications of the coronavirus in the United States, maybe it would be more attractive if Trump was defeated by his Democratic rival, Joe Biden. However, even if this would be the case given the US governing structure in practice, it is unlikely for Biden to be able to make effective changes in the US strategy towards the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Saeed Shokouhi – Faculty Member of Allameh Tabatabai University

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

EU Performance on Corona Crisis

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: European convergence has declined in recent years due to the Brexit or coming to power of right-wing parties, and today the outbreak of corona and its economic implications could deepen these crises and differences.
Alireza Thamoudi – European Affairs Expert

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

Canada Ignores Human Rights Issue in Mutual Ties with Riyadh

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: A West Asian affairs analyst said that Canada’s decision to resume arms sales to Saudi Arabia in open violation of human rights laws in the country, originates from the severe economic recession faced by the Ottawa government. “Human rights claims by Western democracies are used as showoff tools to influence the behaviour of certain statesmen,” he said.

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

Large Scale Deportation of Ethiopian Migrants, Saudi’s Latest Inhumane Act

2020/05/02

Strategic Council Online: An expert on West Asian affairs called the mass deportation of Ethiopian migrants from Saudi Arabia without conducting corona testing an inhumane act, stressing that the deportation was sparked by the sharp drop in oil prices and a severe budget deficit facing Riyadh.

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

World Health Organization; Victim of Trump’s Incompetence

2020/04/30

Strategic Council Online: US President Ronald Trump is under intense public pressure these days, and the evidence points to negligence and uncertainty in crisis management in the United States, which has made the situation in the country very critical. Now the president of the United States is looking for a victim to put the blame on, and to hold that institution or organization responsible for this scandal.
Amir Ali Abolfatah – American affairs expert

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

Reasons for ISIS Regaining Strength in Iraq

2020/04/27

Strategic Council Online: The issue of engaging the Iraqi popular mobilization forces and resistance groups against ISIS could be a ploy to draw the attention of these groups to the confrontation with terrorists rather than to the United States.
Seyed Reza Qazvini Gharabi – Journalist and Senior Analyst of Iraqi Affairs

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

Power Seeking of Saudi Crown Prince in the shadow of Corona Global Crisis

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: An expert on Middle East affairs citing the global outbreak of the corona crisis, as well as the news on the arrest and restriction of the Saudi Crown Prince’s opponents under the pretext of quarantine, said: Bin Salman has tried to take advantage of the conditions caused by the coronavirus and eliminate his opponents. Re-adoption of conservative policies after a round of unsuccessful experience with political ambitions seems to put Saudi Arabia more focused on the economy. Accordingly, such an atmosphere could pave the way for greater engagement with Iran

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

New Crises and a Tough Test for Saudi Arabia

2020/04/26

Strategic Council Online: The developments occurring in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for quantitative and qualitative reasons are considerably detached from the traditional process, based on general and current standards in the country. Meantime, some observers and analysts evaluate the situation of political trends in Saudi Arabia to be different from the previous years.
Abolghasem Delfi – Former Iranian Ambassador

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Analysis of Latest Developments in the West Bank

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Strategic Council Online – Interview: A senior analyst on Palestinian issues said: The occupied West Bank is once again witnessing increasing tensions. According to Anadolu News Agency, Israeli authorities prevented Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafa from visiting the villages of Burqa, Deir Dabwan, Duma, and Qusra, areas that are the target of attacks by illegal settlers. At the same time, in Nablus, settlers kidnapped two Palestinian children and tied them to a tree; an incident that has sounded the alarm for the Palestinians that their lives are in danger. Since the beginning of the Gaza war, 952 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank, and more than 7,000 have been injured.

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

Tariff War; Creating a Deep Fault in the Transatlantic Alliance

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: In recent weeks, the United States’ new tariff policies have also affected the goods of traditional American allies in Europe, once again activating the conditions for creating tension in transatlantic relations.

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

A Look at Netanyahu’s Domestic and Foreign Challenges

2025/04/30

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on regional issues said: The members of the far-right coalition in the Zionist regime are seeking the destruction of Hamas, and Netanyahu continues the war to keep them satisfied.

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

Analysis of the US Smart Deterrence Policy

2025/04/26

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: Deterrence has always been one of the main pillars of the US foreign and security policy against its rivals. However, geopolitical developments, the emergence of non-state actors, cyber threats, and changes in the global balance of power show the need for the US to reconsider its traditional deterrence approaches. In this regard, the concept of “smart deterrence” as a combination of hard and soft tools has attracted the attention of American politicians.

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

A New Chapter Awaits Tehran-Riyadh Relations

2025/04/21

Strategic Council Online – Opinion: The visit of Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman to Iran, the presentation of the message of the Saudi King to the Supreme Leader of the Revolution, and the meeting with high-ranking officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to playing an effective role in strengthening and consolidating bilateral relations, can be effective in providing the necessary platforms and conditions for advancing collective cooperation in the region.

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

New Regional Order and the Requirement of Pathology of Iran’s Strategy

2025/04/17

Strategic Council Online – Guest Note: After the developments in Syria and the challenges that the Axis of Resistance has faced, policymakers and analysts have decided to present a new representation of the Middle East regional order and consider new dimensions in their decision-making. The change and new combination of cooperation and alliances indicate an understanding of changes in the regional order. As a result, we are witnessing a change in strategies, which also requires changing their type of action and approach.

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

Tariff War and Escalation of Tension in China-US Relations

2025/04/13

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary-General of the Iran-China Strategic Studies Institute believes that following the tariff war between China and the US, relations between Washington and Beijing face a turbulent outlook during the Trump era.

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