Security
May 13, 2020
Iran’s Missile Program Delivers Both Triumph and Tragedy
The Iranian friendly fire incident that killed 19 Iranian sailors on May 10 points to the inconsistencies of the regime’s leadership and makes one of its sources of pride into a liability.

Apr 30, 2020
Two Pillars of Yemeni Peace Efforts Near Collapse as Saudis Search for an Exit Door
The specter of a Saudi withdrawal from Yemen is prompting parties to the conflict to shore up their positions, further destabilizing the country.

Apr 27, 2020
Coronavirus, Naval Forces, and Maritime Security in the Strait of Hormuz
Western naval operations already are disrupted by the pandemic, which Iran may view as an opportunity to increase its activities in the Gulf.

Apr 22, 2020
Iran’s Shadow Hangs Over Iraqi Cabinet Formation
This series examines Iraqi government formation at a moment of significant tension in the region.

Apr 16, 2020
Are Tehran and a Key Ally Really at Odds Over the Iraqi Prime Minister-Designate?
Tehran and Kataib Hezbollah's conflicting reactions to Prime Minister-designate Mustafa al-Kadhimi reflect a division of labor rather than poor coordination.

Apr 15, 2020
Inherent Uncertainty: The Future of the U.S. Presence as Iraq Confronts Multiple Crises
On April 15, AGSIW hosted a virtual panel discussion analyzing the future of the U.S. military and diplomatic presence in Iraq.

Apr 3, 2020
Succession Crisis in Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces
While it took the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps less than 24 hours to replace Major General Qassim Suleimani, Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces is suffering more from its leadership succession woes.

Mar 31, 2020
Tehran’s Support for Sectarian Militias Grows Despite the Coronavirus and Economic Crisis
The Iranian government's network of foreign militia groups represents its primary regional power projection and national security tool.
