Ankara’s Mostly Discarded Quest for a Greater Role in the Israel-Hamas Conflict

Ankara could commit to plans acceptable to the international community in Gaza, but this would come at costs in Turkey’s domestic politics.
US Support for Israel Has Repercussions for Biden at Home and Abroad

President Biden’s support for Israel in its war with Hamas has increased pressure on him among world leaders, public opinion as well as his party.
AKP Election Defeat Signals Shifting Political Landscape in Turkey

Turkey’s local elections resulted in the biggest defeat for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP).
Saudi Arabia is walking a tightrope with its public response to the Hamas-Israel war

Saudi Arabia has had to adopt a cautious approach to its official communications, balancing a voice for Muslims with its aspirations vis-à-vis Israel.
What the historic low turnout in Iran’s elections means

The recent elections led to the lowest voter turnout, and evolved into a contest among different factions of principalists aligned with the system.
Turkey’s position within NATO after Finland and Sweden’s accession

There is a new Turkey, and Turkey’s relations with the US and in NATO are being redefined accordingly.
The ISIS Threat Is Not to Be Forgotten

ISIS is still operational in different parts of the world with the intention of maintaining its potential threat to security.
Riyadh’s evolving approach to international institutions
Lessons Learned from the Beirut Port Explosion

At the heart of the dysfunction in the response to the Port of Beirut explosion is a critical gap in coordination between the key stakeholders involved.
Diplomacy in a Time of Crisis: Germany’s Chancellor Visits Israel and Egypt

Scholz’s visits to Israel and Egypt showcase Germany’s commitment to diplomacy and solidarity in times of crisis.