Author: Shahryar Pasandideh

Shahryar Pasandideh completed his studies in International Relations and Middle Eastern studies at Trinity College, University of Toronto. He is interested in contemporary debates on American grand strategy, maritime security, Sino-American and Sino-Indian strategic interaction, and the military balance in the Persian Gulf region.
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On Capabilities and Canada’s Fight Against IS/ISIS/ISIL

As Canada continues to combat IS in the Middle East, Shahryar Pasandideh examines the capabilities of Canada’s contribution.
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Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part V: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

In Part V of the series, Shahryar Pasandideh continues to examine Iran’s developing military through a discussion of their drone capabilities.
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Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part II: Battlefield Rockets and Cruise Missles

In the second article of his series on the development of Iranian military capabilities, Shahryar Pasandideh looks at Iran’s battlefield rockets and cruise missiles.
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Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part I: Ballistic Missiles

In the first article of his series on the development of Iranian military capabilities, Shahryar Pasandideh looks at Iranian advances made in ballistic missiles.
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Leveraging Canada’s Resources for an Optimum Response to IS

As the international community responds to IS, Shahryar Pasandideh examines what would be the optimal Canadian contribution to the ongoing effort.
Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Defense Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia International Law & Policy Maritime Nation Security Shahryar Pasandideh Technology The Middle East and North Africa

Russia and the Black Sea Balance: Status Quo Ante

With Russia’s acquisition of Crimea, Shahryar Pasandideh analyzes the balance of power in the Black Sea region.