Mohsen M. Milani

Mohsen M. Milani is a Professor of Politics and Chair of the Department of Government and International Affairs at the University of South Florida. His research focuses on Iranian foreign policy, the Iranian Revolution, and regional dynamics in the Persian Gulf. He has held fellowships at Harvard University, Oxford University’s St. Antony’s College, and Ca’ Foscari University in Venice. Dr. Milani frequently contributes to major international media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and BBC World News, and is currently working on a book about Iran’s regional policies.

His academic work spans peer-reviewed articles in Foreign Affairs, NYT Op-Ed, and the Middle East Journal, analyzing topics such as US-Iran tensions, Afghanistan-Iran relations, and Tehran’s strategic policies. His expertise is regularly sought by global news organizations for commentary on Middle Eastern affairs.