Quick Take US resumes talks with Iraq over future of troop presence Negotiations between the Biden administration and a senior Iraqi delegation resumed in Washington on Monday in an effort to establish a timeline aimed at deciding the future of the 2,500 US troops that remain in their country. Iraq
Analysis Where are Iran-Afghanistan ties headed under Pezeshkian? Iran-Afghan ties have a long history of tension, and though Iran's new president-elect has vowed to improve relations with its neighbor, the potential for continuing conflict remains. By Sabena Siddiqui In Karachi, reporting on South Asia, Middle East, Iran
Analysis How Iran’s new government will impact ties with Pakistan Will Pezeshkian's victory in Iran result in relational shifts with its neighbors and the West alike? Experts believe that remains to be seen. By Sabena Siddiqui In Karachi, reporting on South Asia, Middle East, Iran
Regional View Iran advances de-dollarization among BRICS members to counter US dominance As a new addition to the BRICS group of nations, Iran has been promoting an ambitious campaign within the alliance to counter US influence over global markets and alleviate the impacts of American sanctions on its own economy. Iran
Analysis Can Iran's new president challenge country's powerful hard-liners? By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics