Ali Fallahian, Iran’s intelligence minister during the tenure of Rafsanjani’s presidency back in the early 90s, is a name most notoriously known for his role in a series of chain murders across the country that saw the elimination of many dissidents. Fallahian has recently been heard making shocking … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: Unveiling the secrets of Iran’s 1988 massacre
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The state of Iran’s presidential election after recent exits
Tehran Mayor Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf’s early exit on Tuesday from Iran’s presidential election even prior to the May 19 polls, with no candidates until now forecasted to gain more than 50% of the votes, came as an unexpected turn of events. This can be the result of a conclusion reached by the … [Read more...] about The state of Iran’s presidential election after recent exits
In Lead-Up to Iranian Elections, the Nuclear Deal Becomes a Heated Topic of Debate
As we reach the final countdown to the Iran presidential election scheduled for May 19, the war of words between the candidates is flaring to unprecedented levels. One sensitive and heated subject has been the Iran nuclear deal and its results. It is clear why Iranian President Hassan Rouhani … [Read more...] about In Lead-Up to Iranian Elections, the Nuclear Deal Becomes a Heated Topic of Debate
ANALYSIS: What is behind Iran’s new threats against its neighbors?
Senior Iranian officials have been heard making strong comments and threats against its neighbors in the region, specifically Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Although being alert is always advised vis-à-vis the Iranian regime, knowledge regarding the nature of the mullahs’ apparatus reassures us about … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: What is behind Iran’s new threats against its neighbors?
Iran’s presidential election: Nothing new after 38 years
We were recently witness to the first debate of Iran's 2017 presidential election, which can be evaluated from a variety of perspectives. One simple conclusion is that all candidates failed to provide any hope for a better future. Remembering how the 2009 debates paved the way for nationwide … [Read more...] about Iran’s presidential election: Nothing new after 38 years
Iran’s Presidential Election And The Raisi Twist
Various media outlets and Iran regime elements have commented recently over the candidacy of Ebrahim Raisi, an influential cleric described as the protégé of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, pumping new life into Iran’s so-called presidential election (read selection). Of course, this perspective in … [Read more...] about Iran’s Presidential Election And The Raisi Twist
ANALYSIS: Is there anything Iran’s presidential election can change?
The US is said to be weighing a variety of different approaches on the regime ruling Iran after the upcoming May 19 presidential election. This line of thought argues any punishing measure by the US now would support “hardliners” against “moderates”. The problem is that any such distinction of … [Read more...] about ANALYSIS: Is there anything Iran’s presidential election can change?
Iran’s 2017 Election: Ahmadinejad’s Candidacy Signals the Regime’s Weakening
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s entrance into Iran’s electoral race is deeply dangerous. At a time when public hatred in Iran nears a high point for Iranian President Hassan Rouhani due to his report card of deception and influential cleric Ebrahim Raisi for his role in massive killings and massacres, … [Read more...] about Iran’s 2017 Election: Ahmadinejad’s Candidacy Signals the Regime’s Weakening
Iran’s Presidential Election and a Slate of Crises
What political dilemma is the regime in Iran intending to resolve through this presidential election? In 2005, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, having the final say in all state matters, thought to spread his meddling across Iraq and the region, parallel to broad ambitions of obtaining nuclear … [Read more...] about Iran’s Presidential Election and a Slate of Crises
How Trump and Congress can coordinate against Iran
In recent years, one of the most divisive foreign policy subjects in Washington has been none other than Iran. The deal sealed by the Obama administration with other world powers aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear program and altering the regime's gross behavior, saw its way through Congress without a … [Read more...] about How Trump and Congress can coordinate against Iran