Sina Azodi
@azodiac83.bsky.social
Iran ☢️ program. Assistant professor at @GWU. PhD - I read on war and nuclear strategy.
Posts are my views
Posts are my views
I spoke to Reuters about Trump’s 20-point peace plan.
September 30, 2025 at 5:40 PM
I spoke to Reuters about Trump’s 20-point peace plan.
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I expected the utterly baseless DOJ complaint against GWU. The main charges are thoroughly discredited. This DOJ has no legitimacy or credibility attacking and extorting any universities on alleged antisemitism charges. It’s funny they think GW has any money to extort.
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George Washington University becomes the latest target of the Trump administration | CNN
The Trump administration said on Tuesday it found George Washington University had violated federal civil rights law regarding Jewish, American Israeli, and Israeli students and faculty and will seek ...
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August 12, 2025 at 11:08 PM
I expected the utterly baseless DOJ complaint against GWU. The main charges are thoroughly discredited. This DOJ has no legitimacy or credibility attacking and extorting any universities on alleged antisemitism charges. It’s funny they think GW has any money to extort.
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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.
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American Prestige | Special - Where Things Stand After the Iran-Israel War w/ Sina Azodi
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July 8, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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.
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“Iran’s Farsnews now confirming what Pezeshkain told Tucker Carlson, that Israelis tried to assassinate him in a meeting of Iran’s SNSC. Pezeshkian was meeting with the heads of judiciary+Majlis- and the building was hit 6 times although he was able to leave minor injuries”
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July 13, 2025 at 12:01 AM
“Iran’s Farsnews now confirming what Pezeshkain told Tucker Carlson, that Israelis tried to assassinate him in a meeting of Iran’s SNSC. Pezeshkian was meeting with the heads of judiciary+Majlis- and the building was hit 6 times although he was able to leave minor injuries”
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☕️ Morning read: "Past Broken Promises Make No Uranium Enrichment a Deal Breaker for Iran"
✍️ From grantee @stimsoncenter.bsky.social & Barbara Slavin, featuring @azodiac83.bsky.social and grantee @armscontrolnow.bsky.social
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✍️ From grantee @stimsoncenter.bsky.social & Barbara Slavin, featuring @azodiac83.bsky.social and grantee @armscontrolnow.bsky.social
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Past Broken Promises Make No Uranium Enrichment a Deal Breaker for Iran • Stimson Center
It is not necessary to have zero enrichment to have confidence that Iran is not diverting materials to build a bomb.
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June 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
☕️ Morning read: "Past Broken Promises Make No Uranium Enrichment a Deal Breaker for Iran"
✍️ From grantee @stimsoncenter.bsky.social & Barbara Slavin, featuring @azodiac83.bsky.social and grantee @armscontrolnow.bsky.social
www.stimson.org/2025/broken-...
✍️ From grantee @stimsoncenter.bsky.social & Barbara Slavin, featuring @azodiac83.bsky.social and grantee @armscontrolnow.bsky.social
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I explained in @foreignpolicy.com why US maximalist demands on Iran will not work in nuclear talks.
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
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Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
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Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
The Islamic Republic, like the monarchy that preceded it, views access to the full nuclear fuel cycle as a right.
foreignpolicy.com
May 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
I explained in @foreignpolicy.com why US maximalist demands on Iran will not work in nuclear talks.
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/28/i...
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/28/i...
I explained in @foreignpolicy.com why US maximalist demands on Iran will not work in nuclear talks.
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/28/i...
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/28/i...
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
The Islamic Republic, like the monarchy that preceded it, views access to the full nuclear fuel cycle as a right.
foreignpolicy.com
May 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
I explained in @foreignpolicy.com why US maximalist demands on Iran will not work in nuclear talks.
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
foreignpolicy.com/2025/05/28/i...
Why a Maximalist Approach to Iran Talks Won’t Work
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“no university that’s true to its values ought to attempt to censor a student’s remarks, let alone treat extemporaneous speechmaking as a crime…It seems to me proof that the student you’ve chosen is worthy of the honor.” Matt Bai on GW commencement speaker
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Opinion | Graduates speak their minds. Universities freak out.
In punishing students who make pro-Palestinian commencement speeches, schools lose their way.
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May 23, 2025 at 4:47 PM
“no university that’s true to its values ought to attempt to censor a student’s remarks, let alone treat extemporaneous speechmaking as a crime…It seems to me proof that the student you’ve chosen is worthy of the honor.” Matt Bai on GW commencement speaker
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IR Book of the Week!
"Beyond Power Transitions" by David Kang & Xinru Ma. Rather than looking to ancient Greece and seeing a "Thucydides Trap", scholars can look to East Asia and see "Peaceful transitions". Underscores that IR /= European experience.
"Beyond Power Transitions" by David Kang & Xinru Ma. Rather than looking to ancient Greece and seeing a "Thucydides Trap", scholars can look to East Asia and see "Peaceful transitions". Underscores that IR /= European experience.
Beyond Power Transitions: The Lessons of East Asian History and the Future of U.S.-China Relations (Columbia Studies in International Order and Politics)
Beyond Power Transitions: The Lessons of East Asian History and the Future of U.S.-China Relations (Columbia Studies in International Order and Politics) [Kang, David, Ma, Xinru] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Beyond Power Transitions: The Lessons of East Asian History and the Future of U.S.-China Relations (Columbia Studies in International Order and Politics)
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March 6, 2025 at 1:07 PM
IR Book of the Week!
"Beyond Power Transitions" by David Kang & Xinru Ma. Rather than looking to ancient Greece and seeing a "Thucydides Trap", scholars can look to East Asia and see "Peaceful transitions". Underscores that IR /= European experience.
"Beyond Power Transitions" by David Kang & Xinru Ma. Rather than looking to ancient Greece and seeing a "Thucydides Trap", scholars can look to East Asia and see "Peaceful transitions". Underscores that IR /= European experience.
Trump is twisting Ukraine’s arms into submitting into a peace agreement
The United States has paused major portions of its intelligence sharing with Ukraine, squeezing the flow of vital information that Kyiv has used to repel invading Russian forces and strike back at select targets inside of Russia.
U.S. pauses sharing intelligence Ukraine uses for strikes against Russia
The rupture in intelligence sharing, confirmed by CIA Director John Ratcliffe, involves the targeting of U.S.-provided weapons critical to Kyiv’s fight against Russia.
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March 5, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Trump is twisting Ukraine’s arms into submitting into a peace agreement
I am very much looking forward to this important discussion about developments in Syria.
Experts @azodiac83.bsky.social, @carolinerose8.bsky.social, Qutaiba Idlbi, and Charles Lister will discuss the future of Syria tomorrow (January 28) at 2:30 p.m. EST at the Elliott School of International Affairs.
Register here to attend in person or on-line: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
Register here to attend in person or on-line: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
The Future of Syria - Institute for Middle East Studies
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January 27, 2025 at 1:25 PM
I am very much looking forward to this important discussion about developments in Syria.
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Join us next Tuesday (January 28 at 2:30 p.m.) for a discussion on the future of Syria moderated by @azodiac83.bsky.social with panelists @stevenhyde.bsky.social, @carolinerose8.bsky.social, and Qutaiba Idlbi.
This link provides registration information: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
This link provides registration information: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
The Future of Syria - Institute for Middle East Studies
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January 21, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Join us next Tuesday (January 28 at 2:30 p.m.) for a discussion on the future of Syria moderated by @azodiac83.bsky.social with panelists @stevenhyde.bsky.social, @carolinerose8.bsky.social, and Qutaiba Idlbi.
This link provides registration information: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
This link provides registration information: imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
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Read @azodiac83.bsky.social's new article in Foreign Policy on the prospect of Trump redefining U.S.-Iranian relations.
Like Nixon’s historic overture to China, Trump faces a pivotal moment with the potential to redefine U.S.-Iranian relations and leave a lasting mark on U.S. foreign policy, Sina Azodi writes.
Only Trump Can Go to Tehran
For a leader with fewer conservative bona fides, such a bold diplomatic initiative would be politically untenable.
foreignpolicy.com
January 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Read @azodiac83.bsky.social's new article in Foreign Policy on the prospect of Trump redefining U.S.-Iranian relations.
Reposted by Sina Azodi
Like Nixon’s historic overture to China, Trump faces a pivotal moment with the potential to redefine U.S.-Iranian relations and leave a lasting mark on U.S. foreign policy, Sina Azodi writes.
Only Trump Can Go to Tehran
For a leader with fewer conservative bona fides, such a bold diplomatic initiative would be politically untenable.
foreignpolicy.com
January 9, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Like Nixon’s historic overture to China, Trump faces a pivotal moment with the potential to redefine U.S.-Iranian relations and leave a lasting mark on U.S. foreign policy, Sina Azodi writes.
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Join the Institute for Middle East Studies for a discussion on the impact of sanctions, Jeff Stein, Narges Bajoghli, and Sina Azodi. This event will explore how sanctions are implemented, their geopolitical consequences, and their effects on targeted nations and societies. https://buff.ly/4fU8gfb
January 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join the Institute for Middle East Studies for a discussion on the impact of sanctions, Jeff Stein, Narges Bajoghli, and Sina Azodi. This event will explore how sanctions are implemented, their geopolitical consequences, and their effects on targeted nations and societies. https://buff.ly/4fU8gfb
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My @imes-gw.bsky.social colleague and friend @azodiac83.bsky.social explains why only Trump can go to Tehran in his article for Foreign Policy.
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Only Trump Can Go to Tehran
For a leader with fewer conservative bona fides, such a bold diplomatic initiative would be politically untenable.
foreignpolicy.com
January 8, 2025 at 3:41 PM
My @imes-gw.bsky.social colleague and friend @azodiac83.bsky.social explains why only Trump can go to Tehran in his article for Foreign Policy.
foreignpolicy.com/2025/01/08/o...
foreignpolicy.com/2025/01/08/o...
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If you are interested in the future of Syria, you should register for this panel discussion on January 28 with experts Qutaiba Idlbi, @stevenhyde.bsky.social, @carolinerose8.bsky.social, and @azodiac83.bsky.social.
You can attend in-person or on-line.
imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
You can attend in-person or on-line.
imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
The Future of Syria - Institute for Middle East Studies
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January 7, 2025 at 8:54 PM
If you are interested in the future of Syria, you should register for this panel discussion on January 28 with experts Qutaiba Idlbi, @stevenhyde.bsky.social, @carolinerose8.bsky.social, and @azodiac83.bsky.social.
You can attend in-person or on-line.
imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
You can attend in-person or on-line.
imes.elliott.gwu.edu/events/the-f...
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IR Question of the Week: Do values matter in international politics?
I address this question in a new LinkedIN post that draws from my latest World Politics Review piece 👇
The TL,DR: yes, but it's not clear whether they are the BEST way to orient a foreign policy.
I address this question in a new LinkedIN post that draws from my latest World Politics Review piece 👇
The TL,DR: yes, but it's not clear whether they are the BEST way to orient a foreign policy.
Paul Poast on LinkedIn: IR Question of the Week: Do values matter in international politics?
This…
IR Question of the Week: Do values matter in international politics?
This touches on one of the longest running debates in international affairs, for both…
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January 4, 2025 at 2:15 PM
IR Question of the Week: Do values matter in international politics?
I address this question in a new LinkedIN post that draws from my latest World Politics Review piece 👇
The TL,DR: yes, but it's not clear whether they are the BEST way to orient a foreign policy.
I address this question in a new LinkedIN post that draws from my latest World Politics Review piece 👇
The TL,DR: yes, but it's not clear whether they are the BEST way to orient a foreign policy.
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The incoming U.S. administration could strike a deal on Ukraine—and possibly start talks with Iran and North Korea—but bickering could derail diplomatic efforts.
Will 2025 Be More Peaceful?
The incoming U.S. administration could strike a deal on Ukraine—and possibly start talks with Iran and North Korea—but bickering could derail diplomatic efforts.
foreignpolicy.com
January 4, 2025 at 2:30 AM
The incoming U.S. administration could strike a deal on Ukraine—and possibly start talks with Iran and North Korea—but bickering could derail diplomatic efforts.
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With their forward defense gone, more Iranians apparently think they now need nuclear weapons. But crossing that line would invite direct attack. An IISS commentary assesses Iran’s no-win strategic posture.
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Iran’s weakened position and the status of its nuclear option
The Israel Defense Forces have seriously undermined Iran’s regional military capabilities, both by attacking the leaders of Hamas and Hizbullah and by launching airstrikes against Iran that damaged its ability to produce missiles. Meanwhile, Iran’s missile salvos against Israel in April and October 2024 revealed the limitations of its missile programme, as most were intercepted or landed off-target.
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December 8, 2024 at 1:40 PM
With their forward defense gone, more Iranians apparently think they now need nuclear weapons. But crossing that line would invite direct attack. An IISS commentary assesses Iran’s no-win strategic posture.
www.iiss.org/publications...
www.iiss.org/publications...
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I discussed the prospects for a ceasefire in Gaza on Alhurra TV. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltem...
هل تثمر الجهود الحالية بشأن الهدنة في غزة؟
YouTube video by قناة الحرة - Alhurra
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December 13, 2024 at 1:49 PM
I discussed the prospects for a ceasefire in Gaza on Alhurra TV. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ltem...
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Speaking at the Doha Forum, U.S. negotiator Amos Hochstein says that "if you're Lebanese, this is the moment to stand up and take your country back." He later adds that "Lebanon has a great shot."
December 7, 2024 at 12:08 PM
Speaking at the Doha Forum, U.S. negotiator Amos Hochstein says that "if you're Lebanese, this is the moment to stand up and take your country back." He later adds that "Lebanon has a great shot."
Tune in tomorrow morning 10am EST to explore US-Iranian relations under Trump V.2
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Webinar: US-Iran Relations Under Trump 2.0
Thank you for expressing interest in participating in the upcoming "Exploring the US-Iran Relations Under Trump 2.0" webinar with Dr. Sina Azodi.
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December 4, 2024 at 5:57 PM
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