Iran & Foundation for Defense of Democracies
10 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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Iran: Iran is involved in a war with the United States and Israel, which led to a spike in oil prices and further unsettled transatlantic relations. European countries' refusal to open the Strait of Hormuz for global shipping after the war enraged Donald Trump.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies commissioned the Democracy Perception Index survey, which revealed the declining global perception of the United States. Its aim is to defend and advance democratic values.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central party in the conflict, facing a naval blockade and economic sanctions from the United States. Its actions, including restricting the Strait of Hormuz, have caused major disruptions to global oil and gas supplies and its economy is being destroyed by the blockade.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a think tank that advocates for hardline policies on Iran, and its senior fellow Miad Maleki offers insights on the current sanctions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Iran: Iran is involved in a conflict with the United States and maintains a chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, facing a U.S. Navy blockade.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a think tank where Richard Goldberg is a senior adviser, providing context for his recommendations.
May 01, 2026 · 39 articles
International
Iran: Iran is central to the conflict that has caused a rift between the United States and its European allies. Its leadership is perceived by Friedrich Merz as 'humiliating' the United States in negotiations, contributing to the tensions.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies, a hawkish Washington think tank, expressed concern that the troop withdrawal would weaken deterrence against Russian aggression and hinder the projection of United States military power.
May 01, 2026 · 290 articles
International
Iran: Iran is facing new 25% tariffs from the United States due to its violent crackdown on anti-government protests. The country is also under threat of potential military action from the United States.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: 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
International
Iran: Iran is at the center of the conflict, having closed the Strait of Hormuz and being the target of U.S. and Israeli strikes. China is being asked to pressure Iran to end the war and reopen the strait.
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a think tank whose senior director Craig Singleton provided analysis on China's objectives for the summit.
May 12, 2026 · 27 articles
International
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: 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
International
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: 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
International
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: 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
International
Foundation for Defense of Democracies: 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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