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Assessing the State of Iran’s Naval Infrastructure and Tactics

06.12.2026 Andrew McGregor

Executive Summary: The launch of the U.S.–Israeli strikes on February 28 devastated Iran's conventional navy—the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN)—sinking numerous frigates, corvettes, and...

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Pakistan: Unexpected Host of U.S.–Iranian Talks

06.05.2026 Andrea Serino

Executive Summary: Following the launch of Operation Epic Fury on February 28, Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the United States and Iran,...

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Uzbek Fighters in Syria Face Tensions with Al-Sharaa’s Government

06.05.2026 Jacob Zenn

Executive Summary: On May 6, Syrian forces carried out a security sweep targeting Uzbek foreign fighters in the Idlib countryside. After gunfire broke out, Syrian...

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‘Unconditional Escalation’ Marks Iran’s Shifting Deterrence Strategy

04.17.2026 Javad Heiran-Nia

Executive Summary: The weakening of Iran’s traditional deterrence—combined with the advanced military capabilities of the United States and Israel—has led Iran to regionalize the conflict...

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