About Mehdi Motaharnia
Mehdi Motaharnia is a political analyst, futurologist, university professor, and theorist specializing in domestic and foreign policy as well as futures studies. Born on 23 February 1966 in Kashan, he is a well-known commentator who regularly appears in media discussions on current affairs.
He is the founder and head of the Simorgh Futurology Think Tank. Motaharnia has introduced original analytical concepts and frameworks, including “Greater Heartland,” “Glass Room,” “Crystal Ball,” “Parsonman,” and “Barikh-Shenasi.” He describes himself as a transformist (pro-change advocate) and focuses on strategic analysis, political forecasting, and interdisciplinary thinking about power, governance, and the future.
Topics often covered: politics, economy, oil and energy markets, sanctions, diplomacy, regional developments, historical context, public policy, political forecasting, and major global news updates.
About this analysis
This page features news analysis by Mehdi Motaharnia. The video discusses recent political developments, economic issues, diplomacy, sanctions, energy markets, and major international affairs.
Viewers can expect strategic commentary, background context, and forward-looking perspectives on current events and their possible regional and global implications.