The course of the war reveals a fundamental paradox: while none of the principal actors appears capable of achieving a decisive victory, all retain sufficient capacity to obstruct a stable resolution.

The Iraqi elections constitute a critical juncture that will directly influence Iran’s regional strategy.

The tradition of the elected governments not completed five-year tenure continued with the removal of Imran Khan from the office of PM before the end of his term.

French ambitions in Iraq present various indicators towards a geopolitical balance of power and economic gains.

The divided Gulf region is witnessing new shifts in its approaches towards Türkiye and Iran with the emergence of post-COVID-19 economic implications and a weaker US military presence.

Even if these attacks are accidental, as Israel claims, it will certainly put Tehran at ease, which has been distressed by the internal demands for retaliation.

In this new era, when increasing the US troops in Iraq is being discussed, the rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia will continue on the Iraqi field.

Iran’s brand of Shiism, size, population, and conduct in the Arab states, has historically influenced UAE’s strategic thinking.

Russian media attacks on Assad could be considered as an indication of the distrust of Moscow towards the regime. But these attacks do not mean that Putin would stop supporting Assad in the near future.