On April 19, Donald Trump announced the seizure of an Iranian cargo vessel by the US Navy in international waters — a move that further strains the already fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Shortly after, reports emerged of Iranian drone activity in the Gulf of Oman region. What lies behind this escalation […]
In this video, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Glenn Greenwald analyzes the conflicting developments surrounding Trump’s alleged “victory” in the Iran war. While triumphant claims emerge from Washington, statements from Iran and unfolding events increasingly challenge this narrative. The key question is what really lies behind these claims—and what the consequences could be for the region and […]
As Iran agrees to new negotiations in Islamabad, journalist Chris Hedges interviews political scientist John Mearsheimer, professor at the University of Chicago, about rising tensions as the ceasefire nears its end. The focus is on conflicting signals from Washington and developments that raise doubts about how stable the situation really is and where the conflict […]
In this video, investigative journalist and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris reports on Iran’s renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz — less than 24 hours after it was partially reopened. The focus is on contradictory statements by US President Donald Trump and developments that raise doubts about the stability of the situation. The key […]
In this video, Richard D. Wolff, Professor of Economics (emeritus) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, analyzes the far-reaching economic consequences of the US-Israeli war on Iran. The focus is on the Strait of Hormuz, conflicting developments in energy prices and supply, and signs of escalation whose consequences may extend far beyond the region. The […]
In this video, investigative journalist and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris and journalist Rami Yahia discuss the background and potential consequences of US efforts to control Iranian ports and shipping around the Strait of Hormuz. They examine conflicting developments on the ground, the role of China, and signs of shifting global power dynamics while raising […]
Written by Trita Parsi To read the original text in English visit the following link: https://quincyinst.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=422e58ecacb6f5ce044efe488&id=220a5b23fa&e=68ca6351a2 ABOUT TRITA PARSI Trita Parsi is co-founder and Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute and an expert on US-Iran relations and Middle East policy. He is the author of several books, including Losing an Enemy – Obama, Iran […]
From Larnaca International Airport in Cyprus, Dimitri Lascaris reports on his recent trip to Lebanon and re-examines the blockade of Iranian ports imposed by Donald Trump as well as the collapse of negotiations in Islamabad. He raises key questions about the background, the conflicting narratives, and the possible consequences of these developments. To read the […]
In this video, investigative journalist and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris reports on April 12, 2026 from Beirut, Lebanon, on the unclear collapse of negotiations between the United States and Iran in Pakistan and highlights the contradictory statements of the involved parties. At the same time, he examines the ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, […]