Iranian hair is everywhere: from 26 kilograms of illegally seized hair at the Armenia-Iran border to an unusual influx of Iranian hair in North American salons. Why would this raise an eyebrow? Non-synthetic hair typically comes from South Asia (Indonesia … Continue reading
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The War on Iran: All Quiet on the Chinese Front?
In late February, Israel and its superpower ally, the United States, launched a series of coordinated attacks against Iran, marking the beginning of a long anticipated war on Iran and inciting a series of regional retaliations. While many are unsurprised … Continue reading
Yemen’s Hidden Proxy Cauldron
Amidst the various staggering developments that have dominated the news cycle in just the first month of the new year, a quiet storm has been brewing right under the noses of the world’s great powers. Although the conflict in which … Continue reading
Tehran’s Taps Dry Up: Historical Mismanagement, Climate Ignorance May Be the Cause
On July 28, 2025, President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that Tehran could run out of water within mere weeks if quick action was not taken. Four months later, that date has arrived. As of early November, with nearly ten million inhabitants … Continue reading
Conflit d’influence : la communauté international attise la guerre civile au Soudan
La guerre civile au Soudan se poursuit, 17 mois après le début du conflit opposant le Général Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, commandant de l’armée soudanaise, et son rival, le leader des Forces de Soutien Rapide, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, surnommé « Hemedti … Continue reading
A Persian Game of Thrones: What President Ebrahim Raisi’s Death Means for the Future of the Iranian Regime
Last month, Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi passed away during a helicopter crash while travelling through thick fog in the mountains of northwest Iran. His premature death came amidst ongoing tensions in the Middle East, primarily caused by Israel’s War in … Continue reading
Falling Eagle, Rising Dragon: The Saudi-Iranian Detente and Broader Implications
In 2016, Saudi Arabia and Iran suspended diplomatic relations, marking the latest chapter in a long history of contention and conflict between the two regional powers in the Middle East. However, in a surprising turn of events, China, a … Continue reading
Intimidation: A Tool for the Authoritarian Islamic Regime
Violence, cruelty, and corruption run rampant in many authoritarian governments and play decisive roles in upholding their power. It is, therefore, much easier to overlook the subtler tactics responsible for these institutions’ impervious power. For better or worse, some of … Continue reading
The Relevance of Art in the Global ‘Hijab Question’
On 22 October 2022, the Guggenheim Museum was swarmed with its typical sightseers cherishing the usual art collection until 12 vivid red banners cascaded down four floors, grabbing everyone’s attention. Each banner intricately displayed the portrait of Mahsa Amini, the … Continue reading
Internet Shutdowns Amidst Iranian Protests: So What?
Although the extreme force being used against Iranian citizens by police is in itself horrific, Iranian authorities have exacerbated these effects and further oppressed its population by hindering communications through restricting landlines, mobile usage, internet, and social media platforms.