Vali Nasr
United StatespoliticianMaleb. 19615.1Global Dominance: 0.06%Vali Nasr is an Iranian-American political scientist and author known for his expertise in Middle Eastern politics and U.S. foreign policy. He has served as a professor at Johns Hopkins University and has advised various governmental bodies on issues relating to the Islamic world. Nasr's insights often focus on the complexities of sectarian conflicts, particularly in Iraq and Syria, and the interplay between regional powers like Iran and Saudi Arabia. His recent commentary highlights the evolving dynamics of the Middle East in light of renewed conflict, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various regional conflicts and the challenges of achieving lasting peace.
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Vali Nasr is a professor at Johns Hopkins University who comments on the changes in Iran's leadership.
Iran nach dem Abkommen: Hardliner stärken ihre Macht
Switzerland· 2026-06-21
Vali Nasr summarized the outcome of the Iran conflict as a failure to recognize the resilience of the Persian state.
Al final, Irán no era como Venezuela
Argentina· 2026-06-21
Nasr noted that the deal has created a significant divergence between US and Israeli positions.
What was it all for? The winners and losers of Trump’s deal with Iran
Australia· 2026-06-19
According to Vali Nasr, author of 'Iran’s Grand Strategy,' the supreme leader and those around him will first have to look inward to a hardline faction known as the Jebhe-ye Paydari.
Iran’s hardliners threaten to spoil the regime’s victory lapUnited States· 2026-06-19
Nasr warned that Israel's campaign against Beirut could have grave implications.
Donald Trump has laid out a ‘dim sum menu’ of reasons for attacking. There’s one key thing missingAustralia· 2026-03-06
Nasr discusses the decentralized nature of power in Iran under Khamenei's leadership.
טראמפ רוצה "מודל ונצואלה" באיראן, אבל בטהרן אין דלסי רודריגז
Israel· 2026-03-06
Vali Nasr is an expert discussing the future of Iran nuclear program talks.
Who are the Kurds: autonomy, alliances, and IranUnited States· 2026-03-06
Vali Nasr is a member of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies who commented on Iran's strategy against the US and Israel.
Chiến lược của Iran đối phó sức ép từ Mỹ - Israel
Vietnam· 2026-03-05
Vali Nasr stated that the Iranian regime will not automatically collapse despite the death of its leader.
Apakah Iran Akan Bernasib seperti Venezuela?
Indonesia· 2026-03-05
Vali Nasr commented on the military situation Iran is facing and the strategy to test their will.
Who is Mojtaba Khamenei? Iran’s reclusive hard-liner is expected to replace his father as supreme leader
Canada· 2026-03-04
Vali Nasr is an expert on Iran and Shia Islam who commented on the political implications of Mojtaba Xomanaiy's potential selection.
Ali Xomanaiyning o‘g‘li Eron oliy rahbari lavozimiga asosiy da’vogarga aylandi — NYT – Gazeta
Uzbekistan· 2026-03-04
Vali Nasr is a scholar who comments on Iran's military strategy in the article.
Tehran aims to survive by escalating war, targeting global economyAustralia· 2026-03-04
Vali Nasr is a former American government advisor who commented on the potential diplomatic outcomes of the conflict.
Iran greift Golfstaaten an: Energie, Handel und Verkehr lahmgelegt
Luxembourg· 2026-03-02
Vali Nasr is an expert on Iran who discussed the potential outcomes of the current conflict.
Regime do Irã pode sobreviver, mas o Oriente Médio será transformado
Brazil· 2026-03-02
Vali Nasr is an Iran expert at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
This war is likely to have strategic consequences comparable to the collapse of the Soviet Union
New Zealand· 2026-03-02
'We're entering a period of unknown': Expert on the future of Iran nuclear program talks.
Tanker ‘Skylight’ struck as Strait of Hormuz shipping threat intensifies amid fresh regional strikesUnited States· 2026-03-02
Vali Nasr is an expert on Iran at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
Το καθεστώς του Ιράν ίσως επιβιώσει, αλλά η Μέση Ανατολή δεν θα είναι πια η ίδια
Greece· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr is a professor at Johns Hopkins University who comments on the potential future of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Irán designa al triunvirato que dirigirá el país hasta la elección del sucesor de Jameneí | Internacional
Spain· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr emphasized the importance of state preservation in the context of Iran's leadership transition.
İran'ın yeni lideri kim olacak? Hamaney’in ölümü rejim değişikliğini kolaylaştırır mı? ‘Bu denk bir mücadele değil’
Turkey· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr is an expert who discussed potential scenarios for Iran's future leadership.
Wie geht es im Iran nach dem Tod von Ajatollah Ali Chamenei weiter?Luxembourg· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr remarked on Khamenei's pragmatic approach to governance and foreign policy.
Cuộc đời Lãnh tụ Tối cao Iran quyết đối đầu Mỹ đến cùngVietnam· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr provided analysis on Iran's strategy in response to U.S. attacks.
Una guerra sin fecha de salida: la Operación Furia Épica de Trump para desgastar a Irán desde el aire | InternacionalSpain· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr, one of the world’s leading Iran experts, said before the Ayatollah was confirmed dead that Iran would seek to absorb the US and Israeli attacks.
Iran’s Supreme Leader is dead but the regime isn’t – for now, anywayAustralia· 2026-03-01
Vali Nasr is a former advisor to the U.S. State Department and a professor at Johns Hopkins University.
Un Irán con las heridas de la represión abiertas afronta la guerra fracturado | InternacionalSpain· 2026-02-28
Vali Nasr is a prominent advisor on Iran to U.S. policymakers and a professor at Johns Hopkins University.
Amini hingga Mirzakhani, Sinar dari PersiaIndonesia· 2026-02-28
Vali Nasr is an expert on Iran who commented on Khamenei's leadership and the potential for war.
Por dentro dos preparativos do Irã para a guerra e os planos de sobrevivência do regimeBrazil· 2026-02-23
Vali Nasr discussed the complexities of U.S.-Iran negotiations and the potential for conflict.
El mayor despliegue militar desde la invasión de Irak: Estados Unidos se prepara para un posible conflicto bélico con Irán | InternacionalSpain· 2026-02-22
Vali Nasr is a professor at Johns Hopkins University and comments on Iran's military strategy.
Cách Iran đề phòng khả năng Mỹ tập kíchVietnam· 2026-02-21
Vali Nasr, a professor at Johns Hopkins University, stated that a regime like Iran's is more likely to take dangerous risks when cornered.
Irán se prepara para un ataque de Estados Unidos con despliegue militar, amenaza de guerra híbrida y sitios nucleares fortificados | InternacionalSpain· 2026-02-21
Nasr stated that Iran may escalate its response to American military actions.
הסיכון הגדול דווקא לארה"ב - והסימנים מהפנטגון: הפעם יימשך יותר מ-12 ימיםIsrael· 2026-02-20
