Russia Adjusts Its Posture in the Middle East
Moscow is reconstituting its position in the Middle East, and local countries’ push for multi-alignment provides space for it to penetrate the region.
Iran’s Military Exercises, Nuclear Negotiations and the Regional Order
Iran is stepping into a new and uncertain chapter in its strategic thinking, embracing a strategy focused on conventional deterrence and self-reliance.
Israel Stepped in Where the West Did Not
The war is not merely about Israel’s threat perceptions, but a strategic failure by the West to uphold the post-Cold War order in the Middle East.
UK’s Endorsement of Morocco’s Autonomy Plan Signals Turning Point in Foreign Policy
The UK’s support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for the Western Sahara reflects changing strategic considerations in North Africa and…
Hezbollah in Decline: Between Resistance Rhetoric and Strategic Reality
Recent events from September 2024 have sparked doubts about Hezbollah’s ability to retain power going forward.
Syria: Alliance Politics and the New Regional Order
Syria is at a turning point. Alliances are shifting toward stabilization, and major powers seem inclined to cooperate rather than confront one another.
Global History’s Lessons for Two-State Solutions: Implications for Israel/Palestine
Largely ignored in foreign policy making is international history’s reading of two-state solutions, with important implications for Israel/Palestine.
The Taliban’s Onslaught on Female Literacy in Afghanistan and its Impact
The ban on girls’ secondary education in Afghanistan continues to harm the future of millions of Afghan girls as well as the country as a whole.
What does the recent Russia-Oman rapprochement mean?
Oman’s approach of pursuing relations with the West in parallel with Russia might serve as an instructive case for smaller states in the region.
The Swords of Iron War: From the Shiite Crescent to a ‘Sunni Revival’?
Turkey’s leadership in a ‘Sunni Revival’ offers opportunities, but also poses challenges to regional stability. Regional actors must effectively adapt.
