Russia’s Military Assistance May Be the Last Option to Prevent Iran from Getting the Bomb, but It is Unlikely to Succeed
Russian military assistance to Iran could serve as the last step preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Nuclear Iran: Why is the Revival of the JCPOA more Important than Ever?
While the military resources Iran built up in the Levant last, it will prefer to wage its war by proxies, but the urgency to revive the JCPOA increases.
The constant evolution of Russia-Turkey relations
For now, Russia needs Turkey more than the other way around—both in terms of trade, but also to avoid further diplomatic isolation.
Reimagining the contours of Russia-Middle East relations
How Europeans can help de-escalate tensions between Hezbollah and Israel
The West should engage in efforts in a pragmatic way to prevent a war between Israel and Hezbollah.
UK Should Endorse Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara
The British government should bolster its long-standing ally by endorsing the Moroccan Autonomy Plan.
Houthi attacks on commercial shipping lines are not just about the Israel-Hamas war
The Houthis’ aspirations and broader regional dynamics suggest that the risk posed to maritime security might be one to linger for years to come.
Rethinking the EU’s actorness in the Red Sea
A more proactive security approach is necessary for the EU to protect international maritime trade and its own commercial interests in the long term.
Iran’s Legislative Elections in 2024: What to Expect?
This year’s elections for Iran’s Islamic Consultative Assembly and 88-member Assembly of Experts stand out for three reasons.
Will Saudi Arabia’s streak of liberalization extend to normalizing ties with Israel?
When Saudi Arabia will normalize ties with Israel depends on the war in the Gaza Strip, but the current status quo already heralds a change.
