Iran’s Strategic Outlook on U.S. Relations in a Shifting Middle East

This article examines the evolving dynamics of the U.S.-Iran relations in light of recent geopolitical shifts, particularly after October 7, 2023. Despite enduring hostility, both countries are increasingly favoring discreet diplomacy over open confrontation. Iran, weakened regionally, is recalibrating its strategy around more pragmatic objectives. Meanwhile, Washington adopts a posture of calibrated deterrence within a rapidly changing Middle East. This new context presents a narrow yet critical window for indirect but potentially lasting de-escalation.

Israel-Iran: The Shadow of a War under American Surveillance

This article analyzes the intensifying confrontation between Israel and Iran in the wake of the June 13, 2025 Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. Drawing on insights from Dr. Adel Bakawan and Dr. F. Gregory Gause III, it examines Israel’s evolving military strategy, marked by a phased approach aimed first at degrading Iran’s air defenses, and ultimately at targeting its nuclear infrastructure.