Description
The launch of operation ‘Epic Fury’ in late February 2026 marked a significant escalation in the tumultuous relationship between the US and Iran, marked by patterns of conflict and failed negotiations since 1979. This talk will assess the deep historical roots of the dispute between Iran and the US, and how those evolved, including the thorny question of the nuclear program. It will also reflect on the current state of play in the region, and whether the long-term causes of tension between Washington and Tehran can be solved or whether they will remain salient for the foreseeable future.
