Iran and regional security
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Iran’s Domestic Crisis: A Chance for a Deal over Iraq?
The US and Iran are scheduled to meet in Baghdad to discuss various issues affecting both states. Internally however, the Iranian regime rests on weaker foundations.
Iran's Nuclear Programme and Regional Security
The international community should devote more attention to universal nuclear disarmament and no-first use guarantees, especially against non-nuclear states.
Iran's Nuclear Terrorism
Are fears of a nuclear passage between Iran and international terrorism really justified?
A Pot of Ale and Safety: The Navy Captives Story
The media should not be so hasty in judging the behaviour of the captured Royal Marines and sailors.
After Admitting Failure on Iran, Will Europe Take the Gloves Off?
A leaked EU report recognises that diplomatic efforts to halt Iran’s nuclear weapons programme have failed. Member states must decide whether they can accept a nuclear Iran, and what can be done to stop its programme.
Iran – The Other Arms Race
While the Iranian acquisition of nuclear weapons would, of course, have enormous strategic ramifications throughout the region and beyond, it is far from certain that it would provoke a nuclear arms race with any country. Much more likely, instead, is an arms race to acquire a clear edge in the means to wage conventional war.
Engaging Iran
The British left must face-up to the truth: Iran could still develop a nuclear bomb in the next few years. This can only be avoided, says Malcolm Chalmers, by engagement and diplomacy.
Dire Straits for US Mid-East Policy: The Gulf Arab States and US-Iran Relations
The US President visits the Gulf amidst heightened tension between the United States and Iran. But the latest episode in the Straits of Hormuz only underlines the wariness towards both countries by Gulf Arab States.
Sticks, Carrots and Diplomacy: Preventing Military Confrontation with Iran
An analysis of the means the US should employ in its policy towards Iran's nuclear ambitions. A combination of sticks, carrots and diplomacy might serve Washington's aims better than sanctions and rhetorical brinksmanship.
ANALYSIS: Iranian Seizure of Royal Navy Sailors
In light of the established evidence, the Iranian seizure of Royal Navy personnel seems bizarre
- Iran and regional security
- Analysis of the Iranian nuclear programme, American-Iranian tensions and Iran's role in regional security and stability
Articles
Iran’s Domestic Crisis: A Chance for a Deal over Iraq?The US and Iran are scheduled to meet in Baghdad to discuss various issues affecting both states. Internally however, the Iranian regime rests on weaker foundations.
Iran's Nuclear Programme and Regional SecurityThe international community should devote more attention to universal nuclear disarmament and no-first use guarantees, especially against non-nuclear states.
Iran's Nuclear TerrorismAre fears of a nuclear passage between Iran and international terrorism really justified?
A Pot of Ale and Safety: The Navy Captives StoryThe media should not be so hasty in judging the behaviour of the captured Royal Marines and sailors.
After Admitting Failure on Iran, Will Europe Take the Gloves Off?A leaked EU report recognises that diplomatic efforts to halt Iran’s nuclear weapons programme have failed. Member states must decide whether they can accept a nuclear Iran, and what can be done to stop its programme.
Iran – The Other Arms RaceWhile the Iranian acquisition of nuclear weapons would, of course, have enormous strategic ramifications throughout the region and beyond, it is far from certain that it would provoke a nuclear arms race with any country. Much more likely, instead, is an arms race to acquire a clear edge in the means to wage conventional war.
The Battle for Iran Lies in the Arab World, Not the UN Security Council
The heat may be rising on Ahmadinejad, but Tehran’s fundamental strategic position has not altered.
The heat may be rising on Ahmadinejad, but Tehran’s fundamental strategic position has not altered.
Air Attack Iran
This article examines how an air campaign against Iranian nuclear sites would fare in the event that international diplomatic efforts fail to deter Tehran from mastering nuclear weapon technologies.
This article examines how an air campaign against Iranian nuclear sites would fare in the event that international diplomatic efforts fail to deter Tehran from mastering nuclear weapon technologies.
Commentary
Engaging IranThe British left must face-up to the truth: Iran could still develop a nuclear bomb in the next few years. This can only be avoided, says Malcolm Chalmers, by engagement and diplomacy.
Dire Straits for US Mid-East Policy: The Gulf Arab States and US-Iran RelationsThe US President visits the Gulf amidst heightened tension between the United States and Iran. But the latest episode in the Straits of Hormuz only underlines the wariness towards both countries by Gulf Arab States.
Sticks, Carrots and Diplomacy: Preventing Military Confrontation with IranAn analysis of the means the US should employ in its policy towards Iran's nuclear ambitions. A combination of sticks, carrots and diplomacy might serve Washington's aims better than sanctions and rhetorical brinksmanship.
ANALYSIS: Iranian Seizure of Royal Navy SailorsIn light of the established evidence, the Iranian seizure of Royal Navy personnel seems bizarre
North Korea's Nuclear Test: The Fallout for Iran
The end of ambiguity about Pyongyang's nuclear capacity raises fundamental questions affecting China, the United States, and the future of international non-proliferation strategy. Indirectly, these consequences could actually work to the advantage of the West in its attempts to prevent Iran 'going nuclear'.
The end of ambiguity about Pyongyang's nuclear capacity raises fundamental questions affecting China, the United States, and the future of international non-proliferation strategy. Indirectly, these consequences could actually work to the advantage of the West in its attempts to prevent Iran 'going nuclear'.
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