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The Iran Obsession – What Ails The Kingdom Of Saud?

Posted by ETFalpha ⋅ August 3, 2015 ⋅ Leave a comment

Just as the international community embraces the prodigal Iran back into the fold, Saudi Arabia is trying to reverse the return to grace of its nemesis. Intent on protecting its legacy, is there anything the kingdom won’t do to paint Iran as the enemy? By Catherine Shakdam The grand hegemon of the Middle East, Saudi … Continue reading →

Iran’s Changing Role: From Spoiler To Constructive Member Of The International Community – OpEd

Posted by ETFalpha ⋅ January 14, 2015 ⋅ Leave a comment

By Fariborz Saremi Iran’s three main foreign policy objectives are regime survival, national security and regional influence. The Rouhani administration is trying to lead a détente towards both the west and the South. This policy has its historical roots in the presidencies of Rafsanjani and Khatami. The current administration’s opening towards the west centers on the … Continue reading →