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Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

2026/08/03

Strategic Council Online – Note: Recent developments in the political geography of West Asia, from rising tensions in the Persian Gulf to missile and drone activities in the Red Sea and the recent warning by Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s foreign policy chief, regarding the threat to freedom of navigation, indicate a key pattern shift; the US-Iran war has moved beyond the scope of a regional and local confrontation and has linked two vital passageways for the global economy: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

2026/07/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: Foreign policy analysis is valid when it evaluates decisions based on the information and circumstances prevailing at the time they were made, not on the basis of outcomes that only become apparent after the crisis has ended.

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France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online—Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the institutional actions of the European Union against the Republic of Azerbaijan are followed cautiously, and saying that, on the one hand, the European Union does not want to act passively regarding the Caucasus issues, but on the other hand, Europe’s need for this country’s gas has caused it to take cautious steps regarding the sending of military equipment to Armenia, and in this regard, all the military equipment that was made in the agreement between France and Armenia has not been sent. Only defense systems, which are very cautious and more limited than the previous agreement, have been sent.

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary of the Political Economy Department of the Iranian Association of West Asian Studies (IAWAS) said that the Zionist regime was the tenth destination for the export of Turkish goods in 2022 and noted: Although there are political tensions between Ankara and Tel Aviv, the common economic and security interests have Turkey to maintain its bilateral relations with the Zionist regime. Erdogan cares about the ties with the Zionist regime.

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online-Interview: Referring to the publication of a letter by several French ex-ambassadors regarding the developments in Gaza in Le Monde newspaper, the former ambassador of Iran to France stated that the positions of France in the Gaza war and the events that have affected the diplomacy of this country since the beginning of the conflicts have caused reactions in the French diplomatic circles. He added that it is noteworthy that the French ambassadors considered the destruction of Hamas to be an illusion and that these different positions have become a little more public.

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A university professor said that the nationalist movements in Armenia believe that Moscow’s measures not only have no benefit for them but have also imposed some costs; and added that in a situation where Russia, which is currently involved in Ukraine, acting in its interests, Armenia has decided that it would be more beneficial to closely cooperate with the international community while pursuing its interests.

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A faculty member of the Institute of Strategic Studies said that it should be seen whether the Chinese will violate the agreement to re-establish military relations with the United States due to Biden’s calling Xi Jinping a dictator, added: If once again they conclude that establishment of relations between the military forces of the two countries should be delayed, it shows that the recent meeting between the two presidents has not been successful.

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on Russian affairs stated that despite some challenges and uncertainties, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing has somehow insured the Russian economy; at the same time, she said that the West has a long-term plan to weaken Russia through sanctions.

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

2023/12/04

Strategic Council Online: In an interview with Al Jazeera, the President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations emphasized: ‘Now that Israel has come back to fighting, I believe that it’s a strategic mistake because not only they have to fight Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza, as well as in West Bank, but also, they have to fight politically with different countries who are supporting ceasefire, even Americans. And more than that, they have to fight with public opinion worldwide.’

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

2023/11/30

Strategic Council online: The President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, in an interview with France 24 Español, explained Iran’s approach to the Gaza war and outlined the region’s future after this bitter historical event.

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

2023/11/29

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the European Union is faced with the challenge of conflict in some different opinions and policies among member countries, which can affect the overall approach to immigration in Europe. She noted that when the member states follow different paths, the principle of solidarity and cooperation of the Union is distorted and can challenge the unity of the Union.

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Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

2026/08/03

Strategic Council Online – Note: Recent developments in the political geography of West Asia, from rising tensions in the Persian Gulf to missile and drone activities in the Red Sea and the recent warning by Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s foreign policy chief, regarding the threat to freedom of navigation, indicate a key pattern shift; the US-Iran war has moved beyond the scope of a regional and local confrontation and has linked two vital passageways for the global economy: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

2026/07/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: Foreign policy analysis is valid when it evaluates decisions based on the information and circumstances prevailing at the time they were made, not on the basis of outcomes that only become apparent after the crisis has ended.

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France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online—Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the institutional actions of the European Union against the Republic of Azerbaijan are followed cautiously, and saying that, on the one hand, the European Union does not want to act passively regarding the Caucasus issues, but on the other hand, Europe’s need for this country’s gas has caused it to take cautious steps regarding the sending of military equipment to Armenia, and in this regard, all the military equipment that was made in the agreement between France and Armenia has not been sent. Only defense systems, which are very cautious and more limited than the previous agreement, have been sent.

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary of the Political Economy Department of the Iranian Association of West Asian Studies (IAWAS) said that the Zionist regime was the tenth destination for the export of Turkish goods in 2022 and noted: Although there are political tensions between Ankara and Tel Aviv, the common economic and security interests have Turkey to maintain its bilateral relations with the Zionist regime. Erdogan cares about the ties with the Zionist regime.

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online-Interview: Referring to the publication of a letter by several French ex-ambassadors regarding the developments in Gaza in Le Monde newspaper, the former ambassador of Iran to France stated that the positions of France in the Gaza war and the events that have affected the diplomacy of this country since the beginning of the conflicts have caused reactions in the French diplomatic circles. He added that it is noteworthy that the French ambassadors considered the destruction of Hamas to be an illusion and that these different positions have become a little more public.

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A university professor said that the nationalist movements in Armenia believe that Moscow’s measures not only have no benefit for them but have also imposed some costs; and added that in a situation where Russia, which is currently involved in Ukraine, acting in its interests, Armenia has decided that it would be more beneficial to closely cooperate with the international community while pursuing its interests.

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A faculty member of the Institute of Strategic Studies said that it should be seen whether the Chinese will violate the agreement to re-establish military relations with the United States due to Biden’s calling Xi Jinping a dictator, added: If once again they conclude that establishment of relations between the military forces of the two countries should be delayed, it shows that the recent meeting between the two presidents has not been successful.

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on Russian affairs stated that despite some challenges and uncertainties, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing has somehow insured the Russian economy; at the same time, she said that the West has a long-term plan to weaken Russia through sanctions.

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

2023/12/04

Strategic Council Online: In an interview with Al Jazeera, the President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations emphasized: ‘Now that Israel has come back to fighting, I believe that it’s a strategic mistake because not only they have to fight Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza, as well as in West Bank, but also, they have to fight politically with different countries who are supporting ceasefire, even Americans. And more than that, they have to fight with public opinion worldwide.’

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

2023/11/30

Strategic Council online: The President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, in an interview with France 24 Español, explained Iran’s approach to the Gaza war and outlined the region’s future after this bitter historical event.

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

2023/11/29

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the European Union is faced with the challenge of conflict in some different opinions and policies among member countries, which can affect the overall approach to immigration in Europe. She noted that when the member states follow different paths, the principle of solidarity and cooperation of the Union is distorted and can challenge the unity of the Union.

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France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online—Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the institutional actions of the European Union against the Republic of Azerbaijan are followed cautiously, and saying that, on the one hand, the European Union does not want to act passively regarding the Caucasus issues, but on the other hand, Europe’s need for this country’s gas has caused it to take cautious steps regarding the sending of military equipment to Armenia, and in this regard, all the military equipment that was made in the agreement between France and Armenia has not been sent. Only defense systems, which are very cautious and more limited than the previous agreement, have been sent.

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary of the Political Economy Department of the Iranian Association of West Asian Studies (IAWAS) said that the Zionist regime was the tenth destination for the export of Turkish goods in 2022 and noted: Although there are political tensions between Ankara and Tel Aviv, the common economic and security interests have Turkey to maintain its bilateral relations with the Zionist regime. Erdogan cares about the ties with the Zionist regime.

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online-Interview: Referring to the publication of a letter by several French ex-ambassadors regarding the developments in Gaza in Le Monde newspaper, the former ambassador of Iran to France stated that the positions of France in the Gaza war and the events that have affected the diplomacy of this country since the beginning of the conflicts have caused reactions in the French diplomatic circles. He added that it is noteworthy that the French ambassadors considered the destruction of Hamas to be an illusion and that these different positions have become a little more public.

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A university professor said that the nationalist movements in Armenia believe that Moscow’s measures not only have no benefit for them but have also imposed some costs; and added that in a situation where Russia, which is currently involved in Ukraine, acting in its interests, Armenia has decided that it would be more beneficial to closely cooperate with the international community while pursuing its interests.

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A faculty member of the Institute of Strategic Studies said that it should be seen whether the Chinese will violate the agreement to re-establish military relations with the United States due to Biden’s calling Xi Jinping a dictator, added: If once again they conclude that establishment of relations between the military forces of the two countries should be delayed, it shows that the recent meeting between the two presidents has not been successful.

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on Russian affairs stated that despite some challenges and uncertainties, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing has somehow insured the Russian economy; at the same time, she said that the West has a long-term plan to weaken Russia through sanctions.

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

2023/12/04

Strategic Council Online: In an interview with Al Jazeera, the President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations emphasized: ‘Now that Israel has come back to fighting, I believe that it’s a strategic mistake because not only they have to fight Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza, as well as in West Bank, but also, they have to fight politically with different countries who are supporting ceasefire, even Americans. And more than that, they have to fight with public opinion worldwide.’

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

2023/11/30

Strategic Council online: The President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, in an interview with France 24 Español, explained Iran’s approach to the Gaza war and outlined the region’s future after this bitter historical event.

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

2023/11/29

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the European Union is faced with the challenge of conflict in some different opinions and policies among member countries, which can affect the overall approach to immigration in Europe. She noted that when the member states follow different paths, the principle of solidarity and cooperation of the Union is distorted and can challenge the unity of the Union.

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Strategic Council Online: In an interview with Al Jazeera, the President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations emphasized: ‘Now that Israel has come back to fighting, I believe that it’s a strategic mistake because not only they have to fight Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza, as well as in West Bank, but also, they have to fight politically with different countries who are supporting ceasefire, even Americans. And more than that, they have to fight with public opinion worldwide.’

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France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

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Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

2023/11/30

Strategic Council online: The President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, in an interview with France 24 Español, explained Iran’s approach to the Gaza war and outlined the region’s future after this bitter historical event.

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

2023/11/29

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the European Union is faced with the challenge of conflict in some different opinions and policies among member countries, which can affect the overall approach to immigration in Europe. She noted that when the member states follow different paths, the principle of solidarity and cooperation of the Union is distorted and can challenge the unity of the Union.

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Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

2026/08/03

Strategic Council Online – Note: Recent developments in the political geography of West Asia, from rising tensions in the Persian Gulf to missile and drone activities in the Red Sea and the recent warning by Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s foreign policy chief, regarding the threat to freedom of navigation, indicate a key pattern shift; the US-Iran war has moved beyond the scope of a regional and local confrontation and has linked two vital passageways for the global economy: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

2026/07/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: Foreign policy analysis is valid when it evaluates decisions based on the information and circumstances prevailing at the time they were made, not on the basis of outcomes that only become apparent after the crisis has ended.

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France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

France, with a Cautious Approach, a Forerunner of the EU Policy towards Baku

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online—Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the institutional actions of the European Union against the Republic of Azerbaijan are followed cautiously, and saying that, on the one hand, the European Union does not want to act passively regarding the Caucasus issues, but on the other hand, Europe’s need for this country’s gas has caused it to take cautious steps regarding the sending of military equipment to Armenia, and in this regard, all the military equipment that was made in the agreement between France and Armenia has not been sent. Only defense systems, which are very cautious and more limited than the previous agreement, have been sent.

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

The trend of Turkey-Zionist Regime political-economic Relations

2023/12/10

Strategic Council Online – Interview: The Secretary of the Political Economy Department of the Iranian Association of West Asian Studies (IAWAS) said that the Zionist regime was the tenth destination for the export of Turkish goods in 2022 and noted: Although there are political tensions between Ankara and Tel Aviv, the common economic and security interests have Turkey to maintain its bilateral relations with the Zionist regime. Erdogan cares about the ties with the Zionist regime.

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

An analysis of former French ambassadors’ criticism of Macron’s approach to Gaza

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online-Interview: Referring to the publication of a letter by several French ex-ambassadors regarding the developments in Gaza in Le Monde newspaper, the former ambassador of Iran to France stated that the positions of France in the Gaza war and the events that have affected the diplomacy of this country since the beginning of the conflicts have caused reactions in the French diplomatic circles. He added that it is noteworthy that the French ambassadors considered the destruction of Hamas to be an illusion and that these different positions have become a little more public.

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

Russia-Armenia Divergence on the Rise

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A university professor said that the nationalist movements in Armenia believe that Moscow’s measures not only have no benefit for them but have also imposed some costs; and added that in a situation where Russia, which is currently involved in Ukraine, acting in its interests, Armenia has decided that it would be more beneficial to closely cooperate with the international community while pursuing its interests.

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

Vague Prospect of China-US Summit Agreements

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: A faculty member of the Institute of Strategic Studies said that it should be seen whether the Chinese will violate the agreement to re-establish military relations with the United States due to Biden’s calling Xi Jinping a dictator, added: If once again they conclude that establishment of relations between the military forces of the two countries should be delayed, it shows that the recent meeting between the two presidents has not been successful.

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

China’s Role in Undermining Effectiveness of Western Sanctions against Russia

2023/12/07

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on Russian affairs stated that despite some challenges and uncertainties, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing has somehow insured the Russian economy; at the same time, she said that the West has a long-term plan to weaken Russia through sanctions.

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

The Return of the Zionist Regime to War Is a Strategic Mistake

2023/12/04

Strategic Council Online: In an interview with Al Jazeera, the President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations emphasized: ‘Now that Israel has come back to fighting, I believe that it’s a strategic mistake because not only they have to fight Hamas and Palestinians in Gaza, as well as in West Bank, but also, they have to fight politically with different countries who are supporting ceasefire, even Americans. And more than that, they have to fight with public opinion worldwide.’

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

Single-State, Iran’s solution to the Palestinian crisis

2023/11/30

Strategic Council online: The President of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, in an interview with France 24 Español, explained Iran’s approach to the Gaza war and outlined the region’s future after this bitter historical event.

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

Organizing Immigration Issue, Cause of Escalation of Divergence in EU

2023/11/29

Strategic Council Online – Interview: An expert on European affairs stated that the European Union is faced with the challenge of conflict in some different opinions and policies among member countries, which can affect the overall approach to immigration in Europe. She noted that when the member states follow different paths, the principle of solidarity and cooperation of the Union is distorted and can challenge the unity of the Union.

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Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

Balancing in the chain of chokepoints; from sea-based deterrence to pluralistic diplomacy

2026/08/03

Strategic Council Online – Note: Recent developments in the political geography of West Asia, from rising tensions in the Persian Gulf to missile and drone activities in the Red Sea and the recent warning by Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s foreign policy chief, regarding the threat to freedom of navigation, indicate a key pattern shift; the US-Iran war has moved beyond the scope of a regional and local confrontation and has linked two vital passageways for the global economy: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

Indicators for Choosing Between War and Diplomacy

2026/07/23

SCFR Online – Opinion: Foreign policy analysis is valid when it evaluates decisions based on the information and circumstances prevailing at the time they were made, not on the basis of outcomes that only become apparent after the crisis has ended.

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