Iran's Presidential Hopefuls: Strongman, Surgeon, and Pen Pusher
Three candidates have a realistic chance in Iran’s presidential election: strongman Qalibaf, reformist surgeon Pezeshikian, and zealot pen pusher Saeed Jalili.
The May 24 edition of the Iran Media Review highlights the Supreme National Security Council’s public messaging supporting the acting president following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi.
Three candidates have a realistic chance in Iran’s presidential election: strongman Qalibaf, reformist surgeon Pezeshikian, and zealot pen pusher Saeed Jalili.
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.
How should the United States respond to an escalation in Houthi attacks when its current approach isn’t working?
Through its careful examination of the forces shaping the evolution of Gulf societies and the new generation of emerging leaders, AGSIW facilitates a richer understanding of the role the countries in this key geostrategic region can be expected to play in the 21st century.
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