regional diplomacy; Iran's way forward Hamza Safavi, professor of regional studies at the University of Tehran, wrote in "Iran": the future of regional agreements, including the tripartite cooperation between Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, depends on their attitude towards Iran. If the goal of these collaborations is to contain or eliminate Iran, they will face severe restrictions. Iran needs to adjust its regional diplomacy strategy while maintaining its defense and deterrence capability. The protection of the right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy and resistance to military aggression should be placed alongside the preparation for dialogue. Expanding relations with countries in the region and Europe can help reduce economic pressures and develop business cooperation. Iran's position in the future order of the Middle East depends on its defense capacity, sustainable partnerships and turning geopolitical capabilities into economic and political interests. Read the full text here.