Middle East Studies Forum

“Revolutions and Rebellions are built on hope.” Sharing stories and lived experiences of Iranians and the Islamic Republic of Iran while thousands and thousands Iranians are getting killed on the streets in an internet blackout.  Watch Now

In late December, Tehran’s bazaar merchants began protesting against Iran’s theocratic rulers over the sharp collapse of the currency. These protests quickly spread nationwide, although the level of participation remained limited, initially. The situation changed when Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s former shah, issued a public call for demonstrations last Thursday and Friday.  Read Article

2023 was a defining year, being host to many milestones for our members. We also held several successful events including two multi-day hybrid workshops on the ‘Emerging digital technologies and the future of democracy in the Muslim world’. View online

Addressing the current situation in Iran, the critical moment for the regime, and why it is unlikely to collapse at this stage.  Watch Now

Shahram Akbarzadeh talks about unrest in Iran and President Trump’s intervention.  Watch Now

Trump says sites in Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan were attacked and planes are now outside Iranian air space.  Watch Now