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 […]
Direct threat against the non-proliferation regime
Direct threat against the non-proliferation regime The situation around Iran’s nuclear programme is in one of the most critical stages/ situation not only from iran’s side but also for international peace and security and credibility of international organizations and institutions including UN and consequently NPT regime. Positions, speeches and of the president of USA and […]
The Legitimacy of the JCPOA Snap-Back Mechanism: A Critical Analysis of E3 Compliance and Iran’s Retaliatory Actions
The Legitimacy of the JCPOA Snap-Back Mechanism: A Critical Analysis of E3 Compliance and Iran’s Retaliatory Actions Sasan Karimi Adjunct professor, University of Tehran. (sasan.karimi@ut.ac.ir) International Politics Program Director, Nuclear Watch Network. Abstract The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), signed in 2015, incorporates a Dispute Resolution Mechanism (DRM), informally known as the “snap-back mechanism,” […]
Trump’s Nuclear Negotiations with Iran and the Concurrent Imposition of Sanctions: A Violation of International Law
Trump’s Nuclear Negotiations with Iran and the Concurrent Imposition of Sanctions: A Violation of International Law Introduction The international legal framework mandates that states resolve disputes through peaceful, voluntary, and cooperative mechanisms, free from coercion. The Trump administration’s approach to nuclear diplomacy with Iran—combining overt invitations to negotiate a nuclear agreement with severe economic sanctions—raises […]
Engage or Escalate: The West’s Critical Choice on Iran’s Nuclear Program
Engage or Escalate: The West’s Critical Choice on Iran’s Nuclear Program Once again, Donald Trump has proven through his decisions—particularly the imposition of heavy trade tariffs on countries around the world—that he is more of an economic actor than a political one. His decision-making, above all else, is driven by economic interests. From levying high […]
Forging a Legacy: Trump’s Bid for a Historic Iran Deal
Forging a Legacy: Trump’s Bid for a Historic Iran Deal Sasan Karimi, PhD. Adjunct professor, Faculty of World Studies, University of Tehran International Politics Program Director, Nuclear Watch Network The latest round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, mediated by the Omani monarchy, has progressed through several stages. Historically, the deep mistrust […]
