Foundation for Defense of Democracies
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Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a think tank critical of Iran, provided analysis on Iran's motivations for developing ballistic missiles.
Sep 25, 2025 · 6 articles
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Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a Washington-based organization that studies Iran, with Andrea Stricker providing expert analysis on Iran's nuclear activities.
Jan 30, 2026 · 9 articles
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President Donald Trump>>> expressed a preference to seize Iran — Kharg Island>>>, Iran>>>'s crucial oil infrastructure hub. While the United States>>> military could quickly take the island, analysts warn that such a move would likely…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>> published an analysis by its experts, Ryan Brobst>>> and Cameron McMillan>>>, cautioning against the seizure of Iran — Kharg Island>>>.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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The conflict between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has escalated significantly, marked by a series of tit-for-tat military strikes and heightened rhetoric. Donald Trump>>> has repeatedly threatened to hit Iran>>> 'very hard' and seize its…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>> provided analysis on Iran>>>'s economic losses due to the United States>>> blockade, underscoring the financial strain on Tehran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies, through its analyst Bill Roggio, expressed caution regarding trusting Pakistan and Asim Munir due to historical actions and current ties.
Apr 18, 2026 · 8 articles
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Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies published an analysis suggesting that a seizure of Iran — Kharg Island would prolong the war.
Mar 27, 2026 · 44 articles
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An F-15 fighter jet belonging to the United States was shot down over southwest Iran last month, likely by a Chinese-made shoulder-launched missile. This incident marks the first time in decades a US fighter was…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is cited through its senior director, Craig Singleton, regarding China's economic and technological support to Iran.
May 29, 2026 · 7 articles
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Peace negotiations are underway between the United States>>> and Iran>>>, mediated by Pakistan>>>, to formally end the three-month-old war. Donald Trump>>> has stated that a memorandum of understanding has been 'largely negotiated' and would include…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>>, a hawkish Washington think tank, provides analysis on the potential impact of sanctions relief on Iran>>>'s military capabilities and its support for proxy groups.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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The event centers on the protracted and complex negotiations between the United States and Iran to end a conflict that began in late February with US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Despite a fragile ceasefire in place…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>>, a hawkish Washington think tank, provides analysis on the potential impact of sanctions relief on Iran>>>'s military capabilities and its support for proxy groups.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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Three months into a military conflict initiated by Donald Trump and Israel against Iran, doubts are growing about the United States' ability to achieve a clear geopolitical victory. Despite tactical military successes, Iran maintains control…
Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>> is a hawkish think tank whose senior fellow, Behnam Ben Taleblu, argues that Iran>>> is better positioned to exploit the current stalemate.
May 23, 2026 · 27 articles
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Impact: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a Washington think tank whose senior director, Behnam Ben Taleblu, provided commentary on the United States' approach to Iran.
Jan 13, 2026 · 7 articles
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The US-Iran conflict continues with ongoing military actions and diplomatic efforts to reach a peace deal. US President Donald Trump>>> has repeatedly threatened renewed attacks if Iran>>> does not agree to terms, while also postponing…
Impact: Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>> is a think tank where Richard Goldberg>>> is currently working.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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The conflict between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has escalated with recent military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military shot down four Iranian drones targeting maritime traffic and retaliated by striking Iranian…
Impact: Miad Maleki>>> is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies>>>.
Jun 05, 2026 · 201 articles
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