Iran&s enduring role in a changing West AsiaIran’s enduring role in a changing West Asia

TEHRAN – The West Asian region is undergoing significant geopolitical shifts, shifts that could change traditional power structures and see new alliances emerge.

Elliott Abrams’ article, “A Paradigm Shift for the Middle East”, published on February 7, 2025 on Foreign Affairs, advocates for a U.S.-Israeli-led offensive strategy to counter Iran’s infl

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46 years later: reflecting on the Shah's final year and where Iran stands now46 years later: reflecting on the Shah's final year and where Iran stands now

TEHRAN – This year on February 11th, Iranians mark the 46th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, a revolution that changed the course of modern Iranian history, fulfilled decades of popular desire for independence, and inaugurated a new age characterized by domestic confidence and self-reliant advancements.

The struggle against the

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The high wall of distrust built by AmericaThe high wall of distrust built by America

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, recently addressed the possibility of future talks with the United States in remarks that garnered worldwide attention.

By referencing past experiences, he not only clearly outlined Iran's stance on potential talks with the U.S., but also made clear the reasons for Iran's

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Officials sound unified as they react to Leader's new directive on US talksOfficials sound unified as they react to Leader's new directive on US talks

TEHRAN – Iranian officials from across the political spectrum have reacted to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution's Friday comments on possible discussions with the U.S., endorsing his stance and thanking him for his unequivocal backing of the nation.

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, pointing out Washington’s shunning of the 2015 nuclear deal, ruled

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Iran doesn't need outside help for security: ZarifIran doesn't need outside help for security: Zarif

TEHRAN – Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs, declared on Saturday that Iran has achieved the capability to independently safeguard its security, dismissing concerns over external dependencies.

“We are neither worried about our security nor reliant on foreign powers to ensure it,” he told Iranian media, emphasizing the

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Gaza ceasefire: A bitter pill for Israeli leaders to swallow Gaza ceasefire: A bitter pill for Israeli leaders to swallow 

TEHRAN - The fifth swap of captives for prisoners as part of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has given Israeli and American leaders a deep sense of humiliation after the Palestinian resistance movement once again displayed its military strength.

On Saturday, Hamas freed three more Israeli captives held in Gaza and handed them over to the

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