About Walter Posch

Dr. Walter Posch is a Senior Research Fellow at the National Defence Academy in Vienna, Dr. Posch holds a PHD in Iranian Studies and a MA in Turkish studies, he focusses on modern Iran, modern Turkey and the Kurdish issue. Previously, he was posted at the European institute of Security Studies EUISS in Paris and at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP).
21 May, 2018

Iranian regional security policies: the cases of Iraq and Syria

Walter Posch | 21 May 2018 | TR | AR

In recent years, Iran’s activities in Syria have come under severe criticism. In particular, the presence of Shiite militias orchestrated by Tehran has been at the center of Western, Arab, and of course Israeli critique.

Iranian regional security policies: the cases of Iraq and Syria2020-08-17T17:10:17+03:00
14 Jul, 2017

Rouhani’s Iran: Moderation under Pressure

Walter Posch | 14 July 2017

The re-election of incumbent president Dr Hassan Rouhani must be read as a mandate for the continuation of his policy of de-escalation, both domestically and in foreign policy. That said, old challenges remain, such as a radical-populist domestic opposition, its resistance to economic reforms, and increasing tensions with Saudi Arabia.

Rouhani’s Iran: Moderation under Pressure2020-08-10T18:28:34+03:00
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