Review: China and the Persian Gulf
China and the United States compete for influence in the Persian Gulf, but they also have overlapping interests in the region.
The Undersea World of Ali Khamenei
Why does Iran want so many submarines?
Iran: Outgunned in the Gulf
Iran is so militarily disadvantaged compared to its opponents as to make its threat to close the entrance to the Persian Gulf almost farcical.
Avoiding a War in the Persian Gulf
New avenues for dialogue between the United States and Iran are needed to prevent minor confrontations from igniting a full-scale war.
When Diplomacy With Iran Was Not Only Legal, But Painless
The consequences of the Iran Threat Reduction Act’s provision for outlawing diplomacy with Iran could be dire.
The Persian Gulf: an “Aquatic Tinderbox”
An incident in which a speedboat charged a British warship highlights the potential for conflict between Iran and the West in the Persian Gulf.