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Dr. Majid Rafizadeh
Dr. Majid Rafizadeh is a political scientist specializing in U.S. foreign policy and the Middle East and is a Harvard-educated scholar. He can be reached at [email protected] or on X at @Dr_Rafizadeh.
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Iran at a crossroads over support for Hezbollah
As Israel continues its military campaign in Lebanon, specifically targeting Hezbollah, the Iranian government faces a complex set of challenges. The ongoing conflict places Tehran in a situation in which its strategic options appear limited, forcing its leaders to weigh them up carefully.
Iran and Israel closer than ever to full-fledged war
Tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated to a dangerous and unprecedented level. The rivalry between these two nations has long been intense, but the latest developments signal that the region could be on the brink of a major conflict with far-reaching consequences.
Fears escalate over Iran’s potential emergence as a nuclear state
As Iran continues to make rapid strides in advancing its nuclear program, the international community’s apprehension is reaching new heights. The prospect of Iran becoming a nuclear-armed state is increasingly viewed as a near-term reality, prompting widespread concern among global powers.