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.
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.
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-Ã -vis Israel.
France’s balancing act in the Middle East since October 7

Since October 7, France has approached the war with a strategy of balance based on security, humanitarian, and political considerations.
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.
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.
Hedge and Wedge: Saudi Arabia Approaching China and Russia

China and Russia’s challenge remains how to effectively engage Saudi Arabia, either through BRICS or individual efforts, by hedging or wedging.
The Hamas-Israel War: Regional Perspectives

Register to attend the event online on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H_QYbBYFTyWX-c1rmMr7-A * The event is organised and hosted in collaboration with Audere International. The war, triggered by Hamas’ unprecedented surprise attack on […]
The Hamas-Israel War and parallels with the Tet offensive in Vietnam

The Hamas-Israel war and its historical precedent have generated a lot of ink. A more apt comparison lies far outside of Israel—in Vietnam in 1968.
The State of Iran’s Nuclear Programme: What Can Negotiations Achieve Before UN Sanctions Expire in October?

In light of the upcoming sanctions expiration, the West have three options: a plan for new nuclear negotiations, deterrence, or military action.