Quincy Institute

The Quincy Institute is a think tank whose Vice President, Trita Parsi, has been frequently quoted in news articles related to the escalating conflict between the US and Iran in early 2026. Parsi's commentary focuses on the Trump administration's foreign policy decisions, particularly regarding the war with Iran. He argues that the US is pursuing escalation rather than diplomacy, missing opportunities for a deal with Iran that could have advanced US interests. He also criticizes the influence of Israel on US policy in the region and advocates for Gulf states and Iran to foster coexistence. The Institute's perspective is that the American security order is declining and that US military bases are becoming a source of insecurity. Parsi suggests that diplomacy focusing solely on the nuclear issue will fail and that a deal requires concessions from both sides. The ongoing war and internal protests within Iran, coupled with rising domestic petrol prices in the US, make the Quincy Institute's analysis and Parsi's insights highly relevant to understanding the complexities of the situation.