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From the shadows to supreme power: why Iran chose Ahmad Vahidi to lead its confrontation with the United States

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By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis Who Is Ahmad Vahidi? The Secretive IRGC Commander now shaping Iran's confrontation with the United States From the founding of the Quds Force to commanding the Revolutionary Guards, Ahmad Vahidi's rise signals a new era in Iran's military-led decision-making. As Tehran braces for a prolonged confrontation with Washington, one of Iran's most secretive and hardline military figures has emerged at the center of power—signaling a dramatic shift in how the Islamic Republic intends to wage its geopolitical struggle. Who is Ahmad Vahidi? Explore the rise of Iran's IRGC commander and how his growing influence could reshape Tehran's strategy toward the United States and the Middle East. For decades, Ahmad Vahidi remained largely behind the scenes, shaping Iran's military doctrine and regional strategy away from the public spotlight. Today, however, he stands at the heart of Iran's national security apparatus, overs...
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From war to trade: how the Abrahamic Agreements are redrawing the Middle East's strategic map

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis   As geopolitical rivalries evolve, the Abrahamic Agreements are transforming regional diplomacy from military confrontation toward economic integration, strategic partnerships, and new trade corridors that could reshape the Middle East's balance of power. From War to Trade: Strategic Dimensions of Abrahamic Agreements In recent years, the Middle East has undergone important political and diplomatic turning points, most notably the signing of the so-called "Abrahamic Agreements," agreements between a number of Arab countries and Israel with the consent and supervision of the United States. However, these agreements caused a lot of controversy in political, cultural and religious circles. While some see it as an opportunity to strengthen stability and economic cooperation in the region, others see it as contrary to historical positions on the Palestinian cause and unconditional normalization with Israel. Since 1948, the Ara...
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Peace With Iran Now Reportedly Linked to Abraham Accords and Mass Recognition of Israel

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Inside Washington’s Explosive New Strategy to Redesign the Middle East Order By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj Sulaimani, Iraqi Kurdistan — 25 May 2026 Donald Trump reportedly linked any future Iran peace deal to a sweeping expansion of the Abraham Accords involving Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, the UAE, and potentially Iran itself — triggering geopolitical shockwaves across the Middle East. A dramatic new phase may be unfolding in the Middle East conflict — and according to reports tied to statements by Donald Trump , the White House is no longer pursuing only a ceasefire with Iran .  It may be attempting to redesign the entire regional order at once. In remarks that stunned diplomats and analysts across the region, Trump reportedly declared that any meaningful peace agreement involving Iran must include a simultaneous expansion of the Abraham Accords — the normalization framework originally brokered between Israel and several Arab states in 2020. But...
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Lindsey Graham Passing Reshapes Republican Foreign Policy—and Raises Questions for the Kurds

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis The sudden death of one of Washington's most influential Republican hawks removes a powerful congressional advocate for Ukraine, Israel, a hardline Iran policy, and Kurdish aspirations in the Middle East. The death of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of Washington's strongest advocates for the Kurds, Ukraine, Israel, and a tougher US policy toward Iran. Lindsey Graham's Sudden Death Leaves a Strategic Void in Washington WASHINGTON — Senator Lindsey Graham , one of the Republican Party's most influential foreign policy voices and one of President Donald Trump's closest congressional allies, has died at the age of 71 following a sudden illness, according to a statement released by his office. His unexpected death comes at a particularly volatile moment in American and Middle Eastern politics. Graham had recently traveled to Ukraine, remained deeply involved in congressional debates over Iran and Israel, and was p...
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Lindsey Graham's Death Leaves a Void in US-Kurdish Relations

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  By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj | Kurdish Policy Analysis     The passing of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of the most influential American advocates for the Kurdish people, raising questions about the future of bipartisan support for Kurdistan amid shifting US foreign policy priorities. The death of Senator Lindsey Graham removes one of Washington's strongest advocates for the Kurdish people, creating uncertainty for future US-Kurdish relations. The Loss of a Longstanding Friend of Kurdistan The sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has prompted an outpouring of tributes not only across Washington but throughout the Kurdistan Region, reflecting the rare position he occupied as one of the most consistent and influential American advocates for Kurdish interests. The Washington Kurdish Institute described Graham as a steadfast supporter whose commitment to the Kurdish people extended beyond political rhetoric, offering condolences to his family while highlighting...
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Can the stateless Nation of Kurdistan help save the Global Order?

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By Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj A new geopolitical analysis argues that Kurdistan's experience of survival, mediation, and pragmatic diplomacy offers unexpected lessons as the international order faces its deepest crisis since World War II. A new geopolitical analysis argues Kurdistan's experience offers vital lessons for rebuilding international order amid the Iran war and global instability. As the World Fragments, Kurdistan Offers an Unexpected Lesson The international system is under unprecedented strain.  Russia's war in Ukraine, escalating tensions between Iran and the West, the paralysis of the United Nations, and growing competition among major powers have raised a fundamental question: Who still defines the rules of international order? According to a new geopolitical analysis by Greg Mills and Basil Gavalas , the answer may not come from Washington, Moscow, Beijing, or Brussels—but from an unlikely place: Iraq's Kurdistan Region . While lacking international r...
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