Obama’s Sanctions Dominoes: What Does Cuba Mean for Iran?

Obama’s Sanctions Dominoes: What Does Cuba Mean for Iran?

What does Obama's decision to normalize relations with Cuba mean for another of the US's sanctioned nations, Iran? This article highlights the differences between Cuba and Iran's relationships with the US, and contends that the US will not normalize relations with Iran any time soon based on those differences.

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The Power Struggle of Persian Politics

The Power Struggle of Persian Politics

Iranian president Hassan Rouhani is widely regarded by both the international community and his citizens as Iran's first moderate leader in recent history. His presidential agenda includes many liberal tenants like advancing human rights in Iran and finding a solution to the decade long nuclear dispute. However, the political power and conservatism of his superior, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has created an interesting dynamic between old versus new in Persian Politics.  

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