This day-long conference focuses on "Iran in the Middle East." In-person and virtual attendance are available. In-person attendance includes continental breakfast, a coffee break and lunch. Virtual attendees will be provided a link via email to join and will be able to participate in the Q&A for every session. Registration will be open to DACOR members only until August 14th. Non-members are invited to register starting August 15th. DACOR members are encouraged to register early so they may secure a seat.
The conference will feature two expert panels and a keynote. The general outline is:
Panel #1: The New Situation Facing Iran in the Middle East A discussion with a focus on the new strategic situation facing Iran in the region following the weakening of key allies, the U.S.-Israeli bombing and domestic economic, energy, nuclear and political constraints.
Mr. Alex Vatanka Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute
Mr. Alan Eyre Distinguished Diplomatic Fellow, Middle East Institute
Dr. Patricia Karam Senior Policy Advisor on Iran, Freedom House
Panel #2: The Prospects for Diplomacy with Iran
A discussion with a focus on prospects for U.S.- Iranian relations, including the chance for further conflict, a nuclear agreement or bilateral détente.
Amb. Barbara Leaf Senior International Policy Advisor, Arnold & Porter; Former Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, U.S. Department of State
Dr. Trita Parsi Executive Vice President, Quincy Institute
Ms. Barbara Slavin Distinguished Fellow Middle East & North Africa, Stimson Center
Keynote Address: Iran's Current Strategy at Home, in the Region and Towards the U.S.
Dr. Vali Nasr Majid Khadduri Professor of International Affairs and Middle East Studies, Johns Hopkins University SAIS and Author, Iran’s Grand Strategy (May, 2025)
Dr. Vali Nasr's latest book Iran's Grand Strategy: A Political History will be available for sale.
Location
Setting: Hybrid DACOR Bacon House OR Online 1801 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 UNITED STATES
