Research Paper
Presidents’ Conceptual Complexity and Unilateralism in US Foreign Policy
Presidents’ Conceptual Complexity and Unilateralism in US Foreign Policy

Shayan Afrasiabi; Homeira Moshirzadeh

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 209-256

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.374877.1428

Abstract
  The US foreign policy in the post-World War II has been marked by periods of unilateralism, while in other periods, multilateralism has been more prevailing. The existing works, while ...  Read More
Research Paper
The (Il)legality of U.S. Sanctions on Iran Post-JCPOA Withdrawal, Focusing on the ICJ's Provisional Measures Order
The (Il)legality of U.S. Sanctions on Iran Post-JCPOA Withdrawal, Focusing on the ICJ's Provisional Measures Order

Mahdi Firoozabadian; Faramarz Yadegarian

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 257-295

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.367463.1390

Abstract
  For over three decades, sanctions have been a consistent feature of United States policy towards Iran. Following the lifting of nuclear-related sanctions under the Joint Comprehensive ...  Read More
Research Paper
Navigating Sociopolitical Intricacies: Iran's Energy Transition Pathways Amidst Global Transformations
Navigating Sociopolitical Intricacies: Iran's Energy Transition Pathways Amidst Global Transformations

Alireza Shikh Mohammadi; Sakineh Hashemi

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 297-334

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.367504.1388

Abstract
  The global energy transition towards low-carbon systems has brought to the fore the underexplored sociopolitical dynamics shaping transition pathways in fossil fuel-dependent developing ...  Read More
Research Paper
U.S. Maximum Pressure and the Deterrence of Iranian Missiles
U.S. Maximum Pressure and the Deterrence of Iranian Missiles

Ali Nematpour; Shahrooz Shariati

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 335-385

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.376519.1437

Abstract
  Following the Islamic revolution, Iran has consistently faced threats from neighboring countries and major global powers. In response to Iran's revolutionary stance and its challenging ...  Read More
Research Paper
The Role of Films in Politics: The Representation of Boris Johnson in ‘This England’ TV Series
The Role of Films in Politics: The Representation of Boris Johnson in ‘This England’ TV Series

Reza Bagheri; Mohamad Sajad Baghi

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 387-419

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.376284.1433

Abstract
  Television series serve as tools for propaganda and influence, allowing political figures to manipulate public opinion and control how they are perceived. One notable example of this ...  Read More
Research Paper
Tourism Potentials in Afghanistan: Exploring and Ranking the Historic Cities
Tourism Potentials in Afghanistan: Exploring and Ranking the Historic Cities

Mohammad Mirehei; Sohrab Asgari; Leily Bakhtiari; Mohammad Ali Mofid

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2024, Pages 421-455

https://doi.org/10.22059/wsps.2024.373036.1417

Abstract
  Tourism is one of the most important sectors of the world economy. Yet, despite having promising touristic attractions, such as pristine nature and ancient historical monuments, Afghanistan ...  Read More