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US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning far beyond Israel’s strikes on Tehran
US and Iran have a long, complicated history, spanning far beyond Israel’s strikes on Tehran US-Iran relations have been strained for decades, dating back to the 1953 CIA-backed coup that overthrew democratically-elected Prime Minister Mohammed Mossadegh. The two countries have been particularly hostile since Iranian students stormed the US Embassy in Tehran in 1979, leading […]
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The commitment trap: How Israel, Iran and the US risk becoming prisoners to policies
The commitment trap: How Israel, Iran and the US risk becoming prisoners to policies The “commitment trap” refers to a situation where states and governments feel compelled to continue with a promised course of action, even if it’s not in their best interest. The concept applies to various situations, including unilateral acts of aggression, preemptive […]
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Are hegemonies a relic of the past? The role of coercion and consent in global domination
Are hegemonies a relic of the past? The role of coercion and consent in global domination The concept of hegemony has been central to international relations since its inception, reflecting a nation’s ability to influence others through both coercion and consent. The modern understanding of hegemony emerged during the 19th century with Britain’s role as […]
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In talking with Tehran, Trump is reversing course on Iran – could a new nuclear deal be next?
In talking with Tehran, Trump is reversing course on Iran – could a new nuclear deal be next? The US and Iran are engaged in diplomatic talks, led by President Trump’s top foreign policy negotiator Steve Witkoff, after Trump withdrew from the JCPOA in 2016. Several factors have changed since Trump’s withdrawal, including Saudi Arabia’s […]
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What is a ‘revisionist’ state, and what are they trying to revise?
What is a ‘revisionist’ state, and what are they trying to revise? A meeting of top diplomats from China, Iran and Russia – three so-called revisionist powers. Photo by Getty Images Once upon a time, “revisionist power” was a term reserved for nations trying to overturn the postwar liberal order – the usual suspects being […]
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Trump’s desire to ‘un-unite’ Russia and China is unlikely to work – in fact, it could well backfire
Trump’s desire to ‘un-unite’ Russia and China is unlikely to work – in fact, it could well backfire Presidents Xi Jinping of China and Russia's Vladimir Putin. Getty Images Is the U.S. angling for a repeat of the Sino-Russian split? In an Oct. 31, 2024, interview with right-wing pundit Tucker Carlson, President Donald Trump argued […]
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I study refugees, and here are the facts on the history and impact of refugee resettlement in the US
I study refugees, and here are the facts on the history and impact of refugee resettlement in the US Borders: closed. Anton Petrus/Moment via Getty Refugees haven’t been welcome in the United States since the first day of President Donald Trump’s second term, when he signed an executive order suspending the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program […]
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How Trump’s foreign aid and diplomatic cuts will make it harder for the US to wield soft power to maintain its friendships and win new ones
How Trump’s foreign aid and diplomatic cuts will make it harder for the US to wield soft power to maintain its friendships and win new ones Soft power is lower-risk and lower-cost than hard power strategies. A Mokhtari/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty Images The Trump administration has proposed shuttering USAID and cutting some of the State […]
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Are Ukrainians ready for ceasefire and concessions? Here’s what the polls say
Are Ukrainians ready for ceasefire and concessions? Here’s what the polls say After three years of conflict, a majority of Ukrainians report being war-weary. Tetiana Dzhafarova/AFP via Getty Images. A U.S.-Ukraine accord on a ceasefire proposal has put the notion of a negotiated end to the three-year war on the agenda, and in the hands […]
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