Militarized: National Security Decision Making in Iran
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s new book highlights the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' dominance in national security decision making.
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Gulf States Advance Clean Energy Agenda but Need to Decarbonize Much Faster
While Gulf states are boosting their green energy potential, the demands of the energy transition require them to prioritize decarbonizing oil and gas production.
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Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Expands Access to Literature
Abu Dhabi’s 33rd international book fair offered free access to hundreds of thousands of visitors, bridging literature and visual arts.
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Bahrain and Iran Aim to Restore Ties
While regional dynamics support de-escalation between Bahrain and Iran, a host of obstacles and a potent history of bilateral grievances are likely to ensure anemic relations.
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Presidential Election in Iran: Low Turnout Boosts Jalili's Chances
While Masoud Pezeshkian faces considerable challenges in the second round of the election, the pro-regime vote is likely to ensure Saeed Jalili's victory.
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India and Iran Move Forward on Long-Delayed Chabahar Port Project
Developments with the Chabahar port could turn the trade corridor into a global hub by 2030, if the project can overcome financial hurdles, risks from sanctions, and security threats.
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Between Collective Memory and Contemporary Media: AI in Daniah Alsaleh’s Creative Practice
Saudi artist Daniah Alsaleh uses artificial intelligence to probe historical archives and challenge the reliability of memory.
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Iran's Presidential Hopefuls: Strongman, Surgeon, and Pen Pusher
Three candidates have a realistic chance in Iran’s presidential election: strongman Qalibaf, reformist surgeon Pezeshkian, and zealot pen pusher Jalili.
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Saudi Arabia’s and the UAE’s Quest for African Critical Minerals
Saudi and Emirati efforts to expand the countries’ presence in Africa’s critical mineral industry bring the potential for both economic collaboration and geopolitical tension with China.
Militarized: National Security Decision Making in Iran
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s new book highlights the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' dominance in national security decision making.
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