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  1. Latest Articles

  2. Why Iran is a threat to international security and what must be done about it

    Why Iran is a threat to international security and what must be done about it

    By Dr Fariborz Saremi, 28th July 2010

    Under the present regime, Iran remains a serious threat to international peace and security. Regime change, led by the Iranian people themselves, is the best way to bring about change.

  3. The Dynamics of Terrorism in the AfPak Conflict

    The Dynamics of Terrorism in the AfPak Conflict

    By Dr Ajai Sahni, 22nd July 2010

  4. Friends of Israel Initiative

    Friends of Israel Initiative

    By The Hon. Jose Maria Aznar, The Hon. Marcello Pera, Andrew Roberts and Anthony Julius, 19th July 2010

  5. Iran - Men of Violence, State of Madness

    Iran - Men of Violence, State of Madness

    By Rudi Bakhtiar, 7th July 2010

  6. Media Launch of the Responsibility to Prevent Coaltition

    Media Launch of the Responsibility to Prevent Coaltition

    By Hon. Prof. Irwin Cotler MP, 30th June 2010

  7. Getting to grips with Iran

    Getting to grips with Iran

    By Peter John Cannon, 25th June 2010

    New UN sanctions against Iran have finally been introduced. While they are a welcome development, they must be complemented by further measures by Western nations if Iran? nuclear quest is to be stopped.

  8. Countering Iran

    Countering Iran

    By Lauren Gunias & Davis Lewin, 14th June 2010

    HJS Head of Programmes and expert on Iran, Davis Lewin shares his thoughts about Iran's nucear programme.

  9. The 'Peace Camp' And The Gaza Flotilla

    The 'Peace Camp' And The Gaza Flotilla

    By Nir Bohms, 3rd June 2010

    How did the 'peace camp' end up supporting a flotilla of radicals whose aim is to provide aid to a government that actively supports terrorism and is known as a blatant violator of human rights?

  10. Another view on Iranian terror

    Another view on Iranian terror

    By Nir Boms and Shayan Arya, 22nd April 2010

    Iran has sponsored terrorism around the globe. Now the Iranian government is accusing dissidents who advocate civil disobedience, within and outside of Iranian borders, of terrorism and is now even issuing arrest warrents for foreign nationals via Interpol.

  11. Iran's Al-Quds force and the threat to international order

    Iran's Al-Quds force and the threat to international order

    By Dr.Fariborz Saremi, 7th April 2010

    Iran's clandestine network of paramilitaries must be countered

  12. A Very Different Engagement with Iran

    A Very Different Engagement with Iran

    By Nazee Moinian, 25th March 2010

    An unorthodox solution to the Iranian conundrum by the Obama administration may yet deliver the results we are told that only unpoven alternatives can bring

  13. The Changing Strategic Balance of Power in the Middle East

    The Changing Strategic Balance of Power in the Middle East

    By Ahmad Shikara, 18th March 2010

  14. The Dilemma of Autocratic Allies – Encouraging Reform in Morocco

    The Dilemma of Autocratic Allies – Encouraging Reform in Morocco

    By Sarah Morgan and Will James, 22nd February 2010

    The problems facing the West's relationship with the Kingdom of Morocco - and what to do about it

  15. A Lecture by Yuli Edelstein, Israeli Minister for Public Diplomacy

    By Yuli Edelstein, 22nd February 2010

  16. Terror Finance and the Transatlantic Relationship

    By Jonathan Schanzer, 10th February 2010

  17. Foreign Aid and Radicalisation

    Foreign Aid and Radicalisation

    By Christian Whiton, 14th January 2010

  18. Three-state solution to end Israeli-Palestinian stalemate and secure two-state solution

    Three-state solution to end Israeli-Palestinian stalemate and secure two-state solution

    By Stephen Noti, 12th January 2010

    An analysis of the possibility of implementing a 'Three-State' solution in the Middle East Peace Process

  19. China's Strategic Alliance with Iran

    China's Strategic Alliance with Iran

    By Fariborz Saremi, 11th January 2010

    Iran's repeated bellicosity stems partly from the confidence instilled by its UN Security Council ally

  20. The Future of Iraq: Internal and External Challenges

    The Future of Iraq: Internal and External Challenges

    By Ayad Jamal Al-Din, 23rd December 2009

  21. Israel-Palestinian Relations

    By Khaled Abu Toameh, 8th December 2009

  22. Obama & the Middle East: One year on

    By Amir Taheri, 25th November 2009

  23. Support Iran’s opposition forces

    By Mark Williams MP, 11th November 2009

  24. The Rise of Nuclear Iran: How Tehran defies the West

    The Rise of Nuclear Iran: How Tehran defies the West

    By Ambassador Dore Gold, 12th October 2009

    In an event held at the Houses of Parliament on 12 October 2009, Dore Gold, Israel's former UN Ambassador and special advisor to Prime Minister Netanyahu, spoke of the very real threat posed to global security by Iran's nuclear ambitions

  25. Iran: The Struggle for Freedom Continues

    Iran: The Struggle for Freedom Continues

    By Dr Fariborz Saremi, 25th September 2009

    The international community must unequivocally side with the Iranian people in their quest for freedom

  26. Preventative Action and the Strait of Hormuz

    Preventative Action and the Strait of Hormuz

    By Dr Fariborz Saremi, 25th September 2009

    An examination of the likely consequences of a preemptive military strike on Iranian nuclear installations for the Strait of Hormuz

  27. The politics of transfer: Another Arab republic, another prisoner exported

    The politics of transfer: Another Arab republic, another prisoner exported

    By Richard Phelps, 11th September 2009

    The under-reported case of a high profile terrorist suspect's recent transfer to Syrian custody reflects wider political developments between the US and Arab states

  28. Not on our turf! Egypt's trial of Hizballah operatives

    Not on our turf! Egypt's trial of Hizballah operatives

    By Richard Phelps, 28th August 2009

    The politics and theories behind the trial of suspects accused of plotting attacks for the Lebanese group in Sinai

  29. Hamas in Gaza: keeping a grip on the coastal strip

    Hamas in Gaza: keeping a grip on the coastal strip

    By Richard Phelps, 24th August 2009

    An analysis of the proliferation of radical splinter groups in Gaza and their threat Hamas' monopoly on the use of violence.

  30. Israel: Progress on the prisoner exchange? Three years on

    Israel: Progress on the prisoner exchange? Three years on

    By Richard Phelps, 14th August 2009

    An analysis of the background and issues involved in prisoner exchanges with Israel

  31. The death of a Libyan and the 'war on terror'

    The death of a Libyan and the 'war on terror'

    By Richard Phelps, 13th August 2009

    Examining the progress and issues of 'global war on terror' from the perspective of a Libyan suspect

  32. Behind Hizballah's Rocket Arsenal

    Behind Hizballah's Rocket Arsenal

    By Richard Phelps, 11th August 2009

    An analysis of the tension and manoeuvring over the Israeli-Lebanese border

  33. Israel's Settlements: the Elephant in the Room

    Israel's Settlements: the Elephant in the Room

    By Richard Phelps, 5th August 2009

    Jewish settlements in the West Bank should be recognised as the greatest obstacle to progress in the peace process

  34. Iraq's Anbar 'Awakening': Lessons for fighting insurgency and winning the peace

    By Sheikh Tarik Al Abdullah, 15th July 2009

    By kind invitation of David Anderson MP, Joint President of Labour Friends of Iraq, the Henry Jackson Society hosted a discussion on 15th July 2009 with Sheikh Tarik Al Abdullah, Chairman of the Al-Anbar Central Council and Sheikh of Al Halabsa Tribes in Iraq, covering his unique experiences with the Awakening Councils and his valuable insights into the future of Iraq .

  35. International diplomacy and the Iran conundrum

    International diplomacy and the Iran conundrum

    By Alistair de Kare-Silver, 7th July 2009

    The West's inept diplomacy towards Iran over its recent sham election has shown that it may be incapable of curbing Iran's nuclear programme.

  36. The Iranian Presidential Election and Foreign Policy: Continuity over change?

    The Iranian Presidential Election and Foreign Policy: Continuity over change?

    By Mark Lewis, 12th June 2009

    Whoever wins the Iranian presidential election will have to reconcile Iran’s policy in its ‘Near Abroad’ with concerns over its nuclear program and relationship with the West

  37. Patience and Reform: Working towards a final status for Kurdistan

    Patience and Reform: Working towards a final status for Kurdistan

    By Jonathan Rider, 12th May 2009

    Relations between Kurds, Turks and Iraqis

  38. The Shi'i Crescent Revisited

    The Shi'i Crescent Revisited

    By Primoz Manfreda, 11th May 2009

    Unrest among the Shi'a in the Gulf revives the fear of sectarian conflict in the region

  39. The Fragile Future of Iraq

    The Fragile Future of Iraq

    By Rosalba Junginger, 28th April 2009

    As violence begins to fall, the once furious debate over troop withdrawal has now shifted to the much more pressing question of whether Iraq can stand on its own.

  40. Under a Mushroom Cloud: Europe, Iran, and the Bomb

    By Dr. Emanuele Ottolenghi, 2nd April 2009

    Dr. Ottolenghi discusses the ways in which Europe can analyze the Iranian problem, and what progress can be made now with a new administration in the US

  41. The road to Damascus redux: John Kerry travels to Syria

    The road to Damascus redux: John Kerry travels to Syria

    By Neil Rogachevsky and Dov Zigler, 1st April 2009

    Now is not the time for the USA to offer futher concessions to Syria, whose position in the Middle East is weakening.

  42. Iran and America: the importance of change

    Iran and America: the importance of change

    By Daniel Lawrence, 30th March 2009

    By engaging the Supreme Leader of Iran, Barack Obama may be able to transform US-Iranian relations and diffuse the nuclear dispute.

  43. Playing Politics with Martyrs

    Playing Politics with Martyrs

    By Nir Boms and Shayan Arya, 27th March 2009

    A recent row over the burial of 'martyrs' at Iranian universities has highlighted the conflict between the Islamic regime and the student movement, and has exposed the indecisiveness of Iranian reformist politicians.

  44. The Hudna Concept: Harbinger of peace or prolonger of conflict?

    The Hudna Concept: Harbinger of peace or prolonger of conflict?

    By Michael Begner, 10th March 2009

    Far from being the truce that its translation would seem to imply, the concept of hudna in the Middle East has a decidedly unfortunate record of being used as a breathing space for renewed conflict rather than for permanent peace.

  45. An Economic Peace for Palestine?

    An Economic Peace for Palestine?

    By Rosalba Junginger, 9th March 2009

    Netanyahu takes over the Israeli cabinet and endangers the cause of Palestinian independence. Should we be concerned?

  46. Storm Clouds Ahead in US-Israel relations? George Mitchell contra the 'Economic Peace'

    Storm Clouds Ahead in US-Israel relations? George Mitchell contra the 'Economic Peace'

    By Neil Rogachevsky, 26th February 2009

    US envoy George Mitchell has emphasised the primacy of diplomacy in achieving peace between Israel and the Palestinians, in contrast to Benjamin Netanyahu's policy of focussing on economic development.

  47. Iran's military capabilities: A near term threat for the Middle East and Israel

    Iran's military capabilities: A near term threat for the Middle East and Israel

    By Dr Fariborz Saremi, 25th February 2009

    Iran has been building up its land, naval and air forces and increasing its missile capabilites, posing a threat to the whole region.

  48. Benjamin Netanyahu and the Case for Peace through Economic Freedom

    Benjamin Netanyahu and the Case for Peace through Economic Freedom

    By Neil Rogachevsky, 10th February 2009

    Benjamin Netanyahu of the Likud Party will likely get his second chance to be Prime Minister of Israel. Is he up to the task?

  49. Israel's Strategy Deficiency

    Israel's Strategy Deficiency

    By Barak Seener, 6th February 2009

    Israel's strategy and policymaking process is in dire need of repair.

  50. Israel Was Right to Act Against Hamas

    Israel Was Right to Act Against Hamas

    By Adam Stahl, 30th January 2009

    Israel was right to act against Hamas, as it has a duty to protect its citizens, and as the operation will prove to be a productive counterterrorist action.

  51. Beyond Terror and Martyrdom: The Future of the Middle East

    By Professor Gilles Kepel, 29th January 2009

  52. Baluchistan and Islamic Republic of Iran’s brotherly love

    Baluchistan and Islamic Republic of Iran’s brotherly love

    By Nir Boms and Shayan Arya, 22nd January 2009

    Iran's Baluchiastan province is far from a utopia of religious and political harmony

  53. Silence of a One-Tonne Bomb

    Silence of a One-Tonne Bomb

    By Adam Stahl, 19th January 2009

    Israel is justified in targeting Hamas leaders with bombs. They harbour terrorists and promote hatred and violence.

  54. Something to hide

    Something to hide

    By Nir Boms and David Keyes, 12th January 2009

    Syria is increasingly stifling dissent and jailing dissidents. The West must stand up to its repression

  55. This is no time to go wobbly

    This is no time to go wobbly

    By Alan Mendoza, 9th January 2009

    Far from agreeing to international demands for a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel should seize the moment and ensure that the operational capacity of Hamas is dealt a hammer blow. The path to long-term peace in the Middle East lies through continued decisive action in the strategic arena, rather than tolerating extremism through a misplaced, if understandable, emotional reaction.

  56. Rights and Refugees

    Rights and Refugees

    By Nir Boms, 8th January 2009

    A fifty year old Muslim religious edict - recognising the existence of Israel as a fait accompli similar to other lands where Muslims formerly ruled - has been resurrected which offers a chance of a religious breakthrough in Arab-Israeli relations.

  57. Hamas and Liberal Opinion

    Hamas and Liberal Opinion

    By Alex Barnes, 6th January 2009

    An analysis of liberal attitudes towards Hamas and an expose of its true nature.

  58. Putting Gaza into Perspective

    Putting Gaza into Perspective

    By Claudia Schwartz, 30th December 2008

    Israel's offensive in Gaza needs to be understood in the context of the abosulte necessity of removing Hamas from power if any progress towards peace is going to be made

  59. The three Persian Gulf islands - An old dispute reignited

    The three Persian Gulf islands - An old dispute reignited

    By Claudia Schwartz, 3rd December 2008

    The issue of the three disputed Persian Gulf islands has recently been reignited. It is important at this juncture to press for a solution.

  60. EU ban on PMOI: Tool of appeasement

    EU ban on PMOI: Tool of appeasement

    By Nigel Evans MP, 2nd December 2008

    What are the implications of the EU's refusal to recognise the victory of the PMOI in overturning the ban against its organisation?

  61. Russia and Iran - The Complex Partnership

    Russia and Iran - The Complex Partnership

    By Mark Sabah, 25th November 2008

    The strategic alliance between Russia and Iran undermines the potential for peace and stability in the Greater Middle East.

  62. Democracy and Human Rights in Iran: What role for the West?

    By Reza Pahlavi, 20th November 2008

    A Lecture by Reza Rahlavi, former Crown Prince of Iran

  63. Iranian Options: How to confront the clerical regime...without launching a military strike

    By Amir Abbas Fakhravar, 29th October 2008

  64. The Global Importance of Gulf Security

    The Global Importance of Gulf Security

    By Claudia Schwartz, 13th October 2008

    Gulf Security is of global importance due to the regions extensive hydrocarbon reserves. Iran poses a threat to its security in its quest for regional hemegony, affecting not just the region but the entire world.

  65. Arabic Language Media and Extremism: Challenges & Opportunities

    By Dr Haim Koren, 26th September 2008

  66. Iranian Human Rights: How we can make a difference

    By Nazanin Afshin-Jam, 26th September 2008

    By kind invitation of Graham Stuart MP, the Henry Jackson Society and Confederation of Iranian Students held a discussion with Nazanin Afshin-Jam, international human rights activist, recording artist and model, to examine what Iranians themselves and the broader international community can do to put pressure on the regime to conform to norms of behaviour.