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WorldOctober 26, 2021
Why Biden Should Continue Withdrawing After Afghanistan
The political cost of leaving Afghanistan has largely been paid—and the geopolitical consequences have been positive.
Trita Parsi, Beatrix Geaghan-Breiner and Artin DerSimonian
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Foreign PolicyJune 20, 2019
America’s Confrontation With Iran Goes Deeper Than Trump
The real goal is domination of the Middle East—and that’s been a bipartisan US strategy for decades.
Trita Parsi
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US Wars and Military ActionMay 23, 2018
Why Trump’s Strategy for Iran Is Likely to Lead to War
His hopes for a “better deal” are based on the myth—partly encouraged by Obama—that sanctions forced Iran to come to terms in 2015.
Trita Parsi
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Civil UnrestJanuary 4, 2018
These Are the Real Causes of the Iran Protests
Trump’s threats to kill the nuclear deal have inhibited investment, leading to continued economic distress—but it was the Iranian government’s leaked budget that enraged the public.
Trita Parsi
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Foreign PolicyJune 1, 2017
Will America Once Again Undermine Iran’s Pro-Democracy Movement?
Reformists won big in the recent elections, but Trump favors confrontation, which helps Iranian hard-liners.
Trita Parsi
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Foreign PolicyFebruary 8, 2012
Are We on the Brink of War With Iran?
Obama’s abandonment of patient diplomacy—combined with Israel’s bellicose demands—has pushed us dangerously close to conflict.
Trita Parsi
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Election 2008November 1, 2007