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The Coronapolitics Report

The Coronapolitics Report

The Coronapolitics Report is RDM Advisory’s special publication looking at the coronavirus pandemic from a political risk angle. The major developments in Europe, the Middle East and Asia are covered alongside commentary through themes of “Authoritarianism and Civil Unrest”, “Alliances and Diplomacy”, “War and Terrorism” and “Protectionism.”

"SLAP IN THE FACE"? A SAGA IN TESTING IRAN’S LIMITS: THE CASE OF SOLEIMANI

"SLAP IN THE FACE"? A SAGA IN TESTING IRAN’S LIMITS: THE CASE OF SOLEIMANI

Struck Iran’s beloved commander, received mild retaliation, put additional sanctions. US President Donald Trump tested Iran’s limits and seems to have won this round, but the battle is far from over. Why was the Iranian retaliation moderate? What was the symbolism behind? What does the Iranian public think? What is next for Iran and US in the region?