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Leadership Course for Multi-faith Women from Indonesia
In July Prof. Shahram Akbarzadeh participated in an workshop on ‘Leadership Course for Multi-faith Women from Indonesia’
Regional Capacity Building Workshop on the Prevention of Violent Extremism through Education in South Asia
In July Dr. Ahmed participated in a workshop on PVE-E in South Asia, by the UNDP, the Commonwealth and Hedayah.
Prof. Akbarzadeh interviewed on The World Today on ABC Radio
Prof. Akbarzadeh discusses the US downing of an Iranian drone on The World Today on ABC Radio with David Sparks. Catch the interview here.
A Critique of the Need and Application of Peace Education in Pakistan
Research published by Dr. Zahid Ahmed examines challenges to Pakistan’s madrassa reform in the Asian Journal of Peacebuilding. See link here.
UN paralysis over Syria: the responsibility to protect or regime change?
Prof. Akbarzadeh and Ph.D candidate Arif Saba argue the contradiction between protecting civilians and regime change undermines confidence in R2P. Link here.
Prof. Shahram Akbarzadeh interviewed on 2ser 107.3
Professor Akbarzadeh discussed the economic ramifications from the US sanctions on Iran with The Daily program on 2ser 107.3. Listen here.
New book review of Armenian Christians in Iran
Dr. James Barry’s new book ‘Armenian Christians in Iran’ has been positively reviewed by Prof. Houri Berberian of UC Irvine. Read the review here.
Iran’s leader is losing his grasp on power. Does this mean diplomacy is doomed?
Professor Shahram Akbarzadeh examines Iran’s claims to start dismantling the nuclear accord on The Conversation. Link here.
Prof. Akbarzadeh interviewed on RN Drive
ICYMI: Professor Akbarzadeh was interviewed on RN Drive where he discussed rising tension in the UK-Iranian relations and internal pressures facing Iran. Full interview here
Prof. Akbarzadeh discusses key Middle East topics on SEPAD Podcast
Prof. Shahram Akbarzadeh discusses a variety of topics including the Iranian revolution, Islam and claims to legitimacy and sectarianism and more. Catch full interview here
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Destroying Mosul’s Great Mosque: Islamic State’s symbolic war to the end: Flickr user hélène veilleuxHassan Rouhani’s economic legacy may be his key to winning a second term: Mohammad Ali Marizad/Tasnim News Agency/Wikipedia
A second term for President Rouhani best for Iran and the world: Flickr user Mahinda Rajapaksa
The Politics of Women and Migration in the Global South: Flickr user fabulousfabs
Why the result of Turkey’s referendum is broadly unacceptable to so many: Flickr user bethanne9544
The masses have spoken, but not all hope is lost, for Turkey’s democracy: Flickr user Pi István Tóth.
MESF experts respond to Turkish referendum outcome: Flickr user AMISOM Public Information.
Kushner of Arabia: Can Trump’s Son-in-Law Figure out Iraq?: Flickr user Aaron Edwards
We have emboldened Assad to unleash new horrors: Flickr user delayed gratification
Turkey on the verge of democide as referendum looms: Flickr user bethanne9544
Rethinking Australia's position on Israeli settlements: Flickr user Truthout.org
Why Assad’s military gains don’t translate to success in Syrian peace talks: Flickr user Delayed gratification
Iran's Rouhani may be given second chance: Flickr user World Economic Forum
MESF hosts workshop on Opposition in the Middle East: Flickr user Gweneal Piaser
Deakin Arabic students return from Oman: Flickr user B.Y.
Iran reaps the benefits, as US and Saudi Flounder in ME: Flickr user Babak Fakhamzadeh
The Future of the Middle East: Flickr user Sarah_Ackerman
In Iran, where have all the promises of moderation gone?: Flickr user World Economic Forum
Is Mahmoud Ahmadinejad about to make a political comeback: Flickr user Presidencia de la República del Ecuador
Can SAARC Survive India and Pakistan's Squabbles?: Flickr user Gordon Dickson
South Asia’s emerging refugee crisis: Flickr user UNAMA News
Why have teachers and academics been targeted?: Flickr user Emory Maiden
Turkey’s almost coup and the need for perspective: Flickr user bethanne9544
Gulf Security and regional Dynamics: Flickr user Sam_Agnew
Democracy in Tunisia: Flickr user Maghrebia
Is Winter Coming? The Future of Democracy in Turkey: Flickr user Harold Litwiler
Hard times ahead for President Rouhani: Flickr user World Economic Forum
Five ways a Trump presidency would impact Australia – for the worse: Flickr user Michael Hogan
Iran: Pragmatist dealmakers in ascent: Image by Flickr user UNVIE U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna
Overcoming Sectarian Faultlines after the Arab Uprisings: Flickr user Enric Archivell
Increasing tensions with Saudi Arabia is bad news for Rouhani and reformist Iranians: Flickr user World Economic Forum
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