A Middle Ground for Iran’s Nuclear Dilemma: The Case for a Regional Consortium
By Sasan Karimi, PhD. Assistant Professor of World Studies at the University of Tehran, Vice President for Global Affairs, PAIAB institute International Politics Program Director, Nuclear Watch Network skarimi@paiab.org This article was originally published on the Center of Arabic Eurasian Studies (CAES) website: https://eurasiaen.org In the intricate web of Iran’s foreign policy, two enduring challenges […]
Iran’s Internal Debate: Thinking National Security in the Shadow of Sanctions and Ceasefire
Sasan Karimi, PhD. Assistant Professor, University of Tehran Vice President for Global Affairs, The Possibilities Architects: Inspiring Ascending Beyond institute (PAIAB) International Politics Program Director, Nuclear Watch Institute skarimi@paiab.org Israel–US Attack: A Suspended Equilibrium In the aftermath of the United States re-imposing the six United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolutions and entering a post-war era, […]
Enrichment under the NPT, JCPOA, and UNSR2231: A Legal and Political Reassessment in Light of Recent Developments
Enrichment under the NPT, JCPOA, and UNSR2231: A Legal and Political Reassessment in Light of Recent Developments Sasan Karimi, PhD. Deputy of International Horizons, PAIAB institute International Politics Program Director, Nuclear Watch Network Assistant Professor, University of Tehran Introduction The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), established in 1968, continues to serve […]
Europe Can Leverage Snapback as a Constructive Tool with Iran
Europe Can Leverage Snapback as a Constructive Tool with Iran By Sasan Karimi, Lecturer in International Politics, University of Tehran In recent times, the discourse surrounding nuclear diplomacy has increasingly focused on the “snapback” mechanism, formally known as the dispute resolution process of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). The first undeniable reality is […]
U.S. Nuclear Policy Unveiled: From South Africa’s Nuclear Disarmament to Iran’s Resistance
U.S. Nuclear Policy Unveiled: From South Africa’s Nuclear Disarmament to Iran’s Resistance Since the establishment of the international nuclear non-proliferation regime, the United States has ostensibly positioned itself as the guardian of this order, seeking to control the spread of nuclear weapons globally through diplomatic, economic, and at times military means. However, a comparative study […]
Legitimizing NPT Withdrawal: Iran’s Right to Exit Amid Military Attacks on Its Peaceful Nuclear Facilities
Legitimizing NPT Withdrawal: Iran’s Right to Exit Amid Military Attacks on Its Peaceful Nuclear Facilities Before the eyes of the world and in violation of international laws, the United States and the Zionist regime launched attacks on Iran’s peaceful nuclear facilities. Operation “Midnight Hammer” by the U.S. on June 22 targeted the peaceful nuclear sites […]
The Securitization of Iran’s Nuclear Program amid Recent Conflict and International Responses
The Securitization of Iran’s Nuclear Program amid Recent Conflict and International Responses Sasan Karimi, Adjunct professor at the University of Tehran Following military aggression against Iran by Israel, and the United States, marked by U.S. strikes using heavy ordnance, including bunker-busting bombs, on Iran’s nuclear facilities, a renewed phase of securitization targeting Iran’s nuclear program […]
Israel’s Aggression against Iran and Its Impact on Middle East Stability
Israel’s Aggression against Iran and Its Impact on Middle East Stability Sasan Karimi, Adjunct professor, University of Tehran Israel’s military actions against Iran have significantly destabilized the Middle East, driven by concerns over Iran’s nuclear capabilities. These events, rooted in historical tensions, are irreversible and have reshaped regional dynamics. A key document that served […]
Nuclear Crossroads: The Return of Great Power Arms Competition Amidst a Fading Disarmament Agenda
Nuclear Crossroads: The Return of Great Power Arms Competition Amidst a Fading Disarmament Agenda In the shadow of rising geopolitical tensions, a new arms race is quietly unfolding—this time with more players, faster weapons, and fewer rules. Once hailed as a diplomatic triumph, nuclear arms control is now unraveling. The United States, Russia, and China […]
The Dual Approach in Trump’s Nuclear Strategy: Reviving America’s Nuclear Industry While Pressuring Iran
The Dual Approach in Trump’s Nuclear Strategy: Reviving America’s Nuclear Industry While Pressuring Iran On Saturday, Reuters published a report that could be startling for many countries: Trump to sign orders to boost nuclear power as soon as Friday, sources say. These executive orders are intended to revive America’s nuclear sector; by increasing uranium production […]
