Middle East Analitika

  Source: https://www.orfonline.org/ Is Iran Really on the Verge of Producing a Nuclear Bomb? Miad Nakhavali - CEO Middle East Analitika After decades of international debate over Iran's nuclear program, the question remains: is Iran truly on the brink of developing a nuclear bomb? Recent statements by Rafael Grossi, Director General of the IAEA, and EU leaders suggest there is little likelihood of reviving the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal. Following the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement under President Trump in 2018, the accord has effectively collapsed. In response, Iran has accelerated its uranium enrichment, reaching levels of 60% purity and even higher, bringing it closer to the threshold required for weapons-grade material. Experts are divided on how quickly Iran could produce a nuclear bomb if it chooses to. While some estimate that it would take Iran six months to a year to achieve this, others argue the tim...

Source: en.interaffairs.ru Rethinking the Iran-Israel Conflict in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape Dr. Liora Hendelman-Baavur The enduring animosity between Iran and Israel is one of the most significant challenges in international relations. At its core is Iran’s categorical refusal to recognize Israel’s right to exist, a position that goes beyond geopolitical disputes and fundamentally denies Israel’s legitimacy. This hostility is further complicated by complex regional and strategic dynamics, making the conflict appear resistant to resolution. The Iranian regime’s commitment to Israel’s elimination solidified during the 1979 Islamic Revolution, stands in stark contrast to Israel’s unwavering focus on defending its security and existence. As a result, meaningful rapprochement seems unfeasible. Yet, history shows that even the most deeply entrenched conflicts—especially those with ideological or strategic stakes—can evolve toward coexistence, though lasting peace may remain distant a...