Mona Yacoubian
Coverage of Mona Yacoubian in the Nexus archive.
- Middle East expert says Iran "reaped direct and concrete benefits" from U.S. deal
A Middle East expert claims Iran has gained direct benefits from U.S. negotiations, though a final agreement requires further discussions. The debate over which side benefits more continues as talks progress.
- Middle East expert on U.S.-Iran deal
An initial agreement between the U.S. and Iran to extend their shaky ceasefire is nearing formal signing. Mona Yacoubian, director of the Middle East program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, provides analysis.
- Iran Believes They Outlast the US Says Mona Yacoubian
Iran's belief in outlasting the US, as stated by Mona Yacoubian.
- ‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz
Iran threatens to escalate tensions by using Houthi allies to disrupt the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical global shipping route, if the U.S. proceeds with a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn this could destabilize global energy markets and trigger further attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure.