@imes-gw.bsky.social colleague @azodiac83.bsky.social told @thehill.com that intensified U.S. air strikes are unlikely to “change Iran’s calculation in any way, because from Iran’s perspective, this is when they said it publicly, that this is a war of survival for them.” thehill.com/policy/defen...

As signals of a ‘massive’ US attack mount, experts skeptical it will break Iran

As President Trump threatens a major escalation in Iran, signs are mounting that the U.S. military is preparing for a potential return to major military operations.  But experts are skeptical …

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The audiobook of my book Iran and the Bomb- narrated by yours truly - will be released tomorrow. You can order your audiobook here: www.audible.com/pd/B0H4418BF...

This was a great piece.

Vali Nasr@valinasr.bsky.social · 3w ago

I write in FT: Iran’s leaders suspected the MoU was a temporary retreat by the US, intended to relieve pressure on the global economy and prepare for another round of war. Iran believes to deter US and to compel it to negotiate in earnest Iran has to escalate the conflict. www.ft.com/content/22fd...

Re-reading Robert Dallek’s magnificent book "Nixon and Kissinger," I can’t help comparing the current debacle created by Trump’s war of choice with Nixon and Kissinger’s predicament in Vietnam.

@imes-gw.bsky.social colleague Nathan Brown's most recent analysis, courtesy of @carnegiemec.bsky.social. carnegieendowment.org/middle-east/...

In the Trump Gaza Plan, Diplomatic Failure is Success

By failing to address Palestinian representation, the current process is bound to lead to just another temporary arrangement.

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As Sina Azodi in his book said, "Iran's nuclear program is not simply about centrifuges, enrichment levels, or technical milestones. It is a story of sovereignty, resilience, mistrust, and ambition - interwined with decades of geopolitical rivalry and mutual suspicion."

Many thanks to @abuaardvark.bsky.social for hosting me last month.

Abu Aardvark@abuaardvark.bsky.social · 2mo ago

How has Iran thought about nuclear weapons from the Shah’s era to today? Sina Azodi joins the podcast to talk about his new book Iran and the Bomb pomeps.org/iran-and-the...

How has Iran thought about nuclear weapons from the Shah’s era to today? Sina Azodi joins the podcast to talk about his new book Iran and the Bomb pomeps.org/iran-and-the...

Iran and the Bomb (S. 15, Ep. 14) - Project on Middle East Political Science

On this week’s episode of the podcast, Sina Azodi of the George Washington University joins Marc Lynch to discuss his book, Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran, and the Nuclear Question. The bo...

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The other platform has become so toxic. Following the footsteps of my distinguished colleagues, I start posting here more often.

Many thanks to @busboysandpoets.bsky.social for hosting us to discuss my book “Iran and the Bomb.”

U.S.-Iranian negotiations will take a long time to conclude, so "Iran and the Bomb" by my friend and @imes-gw.bsky.social colleague @azodiac83.bsky.social is truly essential reading.

American Academy of Diplomacy@acadofdiplomacy.bsky.social · last mo.

We have a new #bookrecommendation from Amb. (ret.) Gordon Gray, Iran and the Bomb by Sina Azod. "You won’t find a more topical book, and I hope Mr. Vance, Witkoff, & Kushner read it. The book draws widely on both U.S. & Iranian sources, including primary sources & interviews with key officials.

Many thanks to @amprestigepod.bsky.social for hosting me to discuss my book “Iran and the Bomb.” Have a listen to the episode:

American Prestige@amprestigepod.bsky.social · last mo.

E255 - The History of Iran’s Nuclear Program w/ @azodiac83.bsky.social Sina Azodi returns to the show to tell us all about Iran’s nuclear program. Link in the replies ⬇️

A balanced, detailed & authoritative coverage of the Iranian nuclear issue. It is especially good for including Iranian viewpoints and reasonings behind its nuclear policies. I've been working on Iran for decades & there is much it taught me. Essential reading for the Iran policy crowd.

High praise - and totally merited - from another Iran expert. This book is a must-read if you're interested in what is happening in the Middle East today. @azodiac83.bsky.social @imes-gw.bsky.social

Alan Eyre@alaneyre.bsky.social · last mo.

A balanced, detailed & authoritative coverage of the Iranian nuclear issue. It is especially good for including Iranian viewpoints and reasonings behind its nuclear policies. I've been working on Iran for decades & there is much it taught me. Essential reading for the Iran policy crowd.

Much appreciate the kind words @alaneyre.bsky.social . I’m humbled.

Alan Eyre@alaneyre.bsky.social · last mo.

A balanced, detailed & authoritative coverage of the Iranian nuclear issue. It is especially good for including Iranian viewpoints and reasonings behind its nuclear policies. I've been working on Iran for decades & there is much it taught me. Essential reading for the Iran policy crowd.

Event today – Book Talk: Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran and the Nuclear Question with @alfoneh.bsky.social and @azodiac83.bsky.social, moderated by @ibishblog.bsky.social. Join us virtually. buff.ly/1O9MZ6n

Many thanks to @abuaardvark.bsky.social for having me on POMEPS. Really enjoyed discussing my book “Iran and the Bomb.” a.co/d/06YP2HDv

Abu Aardvark@abuaardvark.bsky.social · 2mo ago

How has Iran thought about nuclear weapons from the Shah’s era to today? Sina Azodi joins the podcast to talk about his new book Iran and the Bomb pomeps.org/iran-and-the...

My friend and @imes-gw.bsky.social colleague @azodiac83.bsky.social shares his insights about regime politics in Iran in this episode of "Compass Points." Justin Logan, Firas Maksad, and Dani Pletka also participated in this informed discussion hosted by Nick Schifrin. youtu.be/04MuMRrDRgA?...

Is it time for the U.S. to reassess its Iran strategy?

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Congratulations to all the Elliott School of International Affairs students who graduated today! It was a pleasure to participate in the ceremony along with @imes-gw.bsky.social colleagues, including @azodiac83.bsky.social, @melanimca.bsky.social, Shana Marshall, Nathan Brown, and Mona Atia.

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Mark Fitzpatrick@marktfitz.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Nothing Trump says about Iran is true. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Both Rubio and Trump said they expected Iran to respond to their latest peace proposal by the end of the day yesterday. Did Iran ghost them? There’s been no word of a response today

On April 21st, I will debut my book “Iran and the Bomb” at the Elliott School of International Affairs. Please join us for a timely discussion. Register here imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/iran-...

IMES @ GW@imes-gw.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Based on exclusive interviews, Iranian and American primary sources, and thorough research, Sina Azodi's new book, "Iran and the Bomb" has important implications for both scholars of nuclear non-proliferation and for policymakers.

📺 Sharif Abdel Kouddous (X: @sharifkouddos) & Murtaza Hussain (X: @MazMHussain, @mazmhussain.bsky.social) DISCUSS: Iran, Lebanon, and the Destruction of Civilian Life with Sina Azodi (X: @Azodiac83, @azodiac83.bsky.social) and Lylla Younes x.com/i/broadcasts...

@azodiac83.bsky.social will discuss his timely new book, "Iran and the Bomb," two weeks from today (Tuesday, April 21) at 2 p.m. EDT at George Washignton's Elliott School of International Affairs. For more information, including how to register, click here: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/iran-...

Very excited for the debut of my book Iran and the Bomb- and many thanks to my friend Ambassador Gray @ambgordongray.bsky.social Register to attend here imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/iran-...

Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran, and the Nuclear Question | Sina Azodi - Institute for Middle East Studies

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Gordon Gray@ambgordongray.bsky.social · 5mo ago

@azodiac83.bsky.social will discuss his forthcoming book, "Iran and the Bomb," four weeks from today (Tuesday, April 21 at 2 p.m.) at GW's Elliott School of International Affairs. @imes-gw.bsky.social Click here for more information, including how to register: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/iran-...

Special - Iran’s Strategy in This War w/ @azodiac83.bsky.social Sina Azodi is back on the program, this time here to talk about how the U.S. underestimated the Islamic Republic and why the latter is not capitulating. Link in the replies!

I spoke to Reuters about Trump’s 20-point peace plan.

And ICYMI: Yesterday, Derek and @azodiac83.bsky.social took a look at the Iran-Israel conflict—how events transpired, the international reaction, and where things go from here. americanprestige.supportingcast.fm/listen/ameri...

American Prestige | Special - Where Things Stand After the Iran-Israel War w/ Sina Azodi

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