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Jul 19, 2017

Slavin Joins NPR to Discuss Iranian Sanctions

By Barbara Slavin

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Jul 16, 2017

Alfoneh Quoted in Radio Free Europe on Iran’s Support of Afghan Proxy Force in Syria

By Ali Alfoneh

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Jul 5, 2017

Vakhshouri Joins BBC Persia to Discuss Economic Investment in Iran

By Sara Vakhshouri

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New Atlanticist

Jun 23, 2017

Iran and the United States’ Competition in Eastern Syria

By Giorgio Cafiero and Daniel Wagner

An official response to ISIS’ deadly twin attacks in Tehran on June 7, Iran’s medium-range missile strikes were a clear message not only to many in the region, but to Washington as well, that the Islamic Republic will not hesitate to respond decisively to forces hostile toward Iran. Iran’s strikes against Islamic State of Iraq […]

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Jun 22, 2017

Alami in TRENDS Research & Advisory: Daesh in Iran: Spreading Instability

By Mona Alami

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New Atlanticist

Jun 22, 2017

Saudi Arabia and the United States are on a Collision Course with Iran

By Ashish Kumar Sen

Donald J. Trump and Mohammed bin Salman have a similar outlook when it comes to Iran. Both see the Islamic Republic as a threat that needs to be contained. What then does the elevation of Mohammed bin Salman, commonly known as MBS, to the role of crown prince of Saudi Arabia mean for the Sunni […]

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In the News

Jun 21, 2017

Shaffer in Fox News: Terror in Iran: The Regime is Pointing Fingers at ISIS to Distract from Domestic Unrest

By Brenda Shaffer

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Jun 21, 2017

Slavin in Al-Monitor: Europeans Press Terror-Finance Watchdog to Extend Iran Sanctions Reprieve

By Barbara Slavin

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Jun 19, 2017

Handjani Quoted in Bloomberg on Iran Missile Attack at Syria

By Amir Handjani

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Jun 19, 2017

Slavin Quoted in Bloomberg on Fifth Avenue Highrise Trial’s Effects on Iran

By Barbara Slavin

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