A Pyrrhic Victory: Why Assad’s Position is More precarious Than Ever
Bashar al-Assad’s power is slowly being threatened as Moscow and Tehran are intertwined with dilemmas that have stretched their militaries thin.
Is the Middle East a perennial destination for Russia’s ‘anxious’ wealth?
Amidst asset freezes, travel bans, and economic isolation, the Middle East will remain a destination for Russia’s ‘anxious’ wealth.
Iran-Afghanistan Relations under Iran’s New President
Pezeshkian will face serious challenges balancing between mitigating immigration and securing Iran’s water resources of the Hirmand River.
The Charisma Dilemma: Al-Qaeda’s Struggles After Bin Laden’s Death
The leadership transition period was a vulnerable time for Al-Qaeda, bringing a less charismatic and much more publicly subdued leader to the helm.
Erdogan’s Reconciliation with Reality: Back to Rapprochement with Assad
The likelihood of a successful Ankara-Damascus reconciliation remains low without significant concessions from both sides.
How the EU’s Plan to Replace Russian Gas Exposes Challenges in Algeria’s Energy Sector
Harakat Hezbollah al-Najuba provides insight into Iran’s evolving policies towards its proxy partners.
Will the ‘G3’ of Maghreb states reshape the balance of power in North Africa?
Tunisia, Algeria and Libya turned their backs on reviving the late Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) and established their own regional grouping.
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).
