The decision by President Donald Trump to withdraw the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly referred to as the Iran nuclear deal, has overthrown not only the existing calculus in the region but also that between Washington and the other signatories to the agreement.

The current demonstrations in Iran could prove to be a watershed in the Islamic Revolution. The theocrats have been shocked by the demands from the demonstrators calling for their removal. Given the deep currents of dislike for the theocracy among many ordinary Iranians, it is difficult to see how the ayatollahs will placate the demonstrators.

This overview of the Iran nuclear deal provides a basic overview of what is involved and outlines Australia's policy position.

This paper presents results from a systematic review of 68 studies that examined the link between participation in large-scale assessment programs of students’ learning and education policy in 32 countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

The US appears to be losing the trust it once enjoyed in Saudi Arabia, as a result of the nuclear deal with Iran.