I have decided to submit my application for the 2024 Bernard Lewis Prize, which will be awarded to scholars or practitioners engaged in the study of antisemitism—a subject of great importance to our founding chairman, Prof. Bernard Lewis.

This overview of Gaza’s history aims to provide a detailed understanding of the region's deep-rooted complexities and its ongoing challenges. By examining the historical context, I hope to foster a greater appreciation of the current situation and encourage efforts toward a peaceful resolution

This blog post delves into two pivotal moments: the U.S. hostage crisis and the Iran-Iraq War, illustrating their profound impact through personal stories and critical analysis.

By Dr. Tim Orr Imagine a nation in upheaval, its streets filled with chants of revolution and defiance. In the wake of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iran found itself at the center of global attention, its actions echoing far beyond its borders. From the dramatic U.S. hostage crisis to

magine living in a country where rapid modernization and strict authoritarian rule collide, creating a storm of discontent. This was Iran under the Shah. The subsequent Islamic Revolution 1979 turned everything upside down, drastically changing the nation's political and social landscape.

Reza Shah's reforms were wide-ranging, affecting the economy, education, military, and even ordinary Iranians' daily lives (Abrahamian, 2008).

This article delves into two major historical events that significantly impacted the Middle East and Iran during and after World War I.

Understanding the history of British influence in Iran is essential for making sense of today's world.