The issues addressed in the report are as follows:

·                  Iran: who’s really in charge and is there a long-term game

·                  US: the changing political balance and military options explored

·                  UN: end of the road or new direction?

·                  EU: what options are left to the EU and the E3 group

·                  Israel: domestic political turmoil and unsettled business with Hamas and Hezbollah

·                  Gulf states: fear of a regional big brother

·                  Turkey: a major regional power to engage or confront Iran

·                  Russia: balancing arms and energy interests 

·                  China: a difficult balance between energy imports and nuclear spread

·                  Syria: bilateral commitments versus need for more international friends.

·                  Iraq: Iran’s intentions and the implications of a military strike

·                  Financial markets: who will be the winners and losers of any military action.

To receive a complimentary copy of the report, email Adam McLoughlin at admin@meconsult.co.uk

Launch of the Iranian Possibilities Study

The Iranian Possibilities Study was launched on the 24th of July in the House of Lords. The debate was chaired by Lord Howell and the Rt Hon Michael Ancram. The two hour launch witnessed a number of informative presentations from a selection of academics, diplomats and parliamentarian and was a resounding success, culminating in a lively debate.