Power Play in Syria: How Wagner Mercenaries, Economic Stakes and Shifting Alliances Influence the Balance Between Russia, Iran and the Assad Regime

The Wagner group, with military and economic stakes in Syria, could potentially influence Russian and Iranian interests in the conflict-ridden nation.
On the War In Sudan: A Regional Crisis Looms

The conflict in Sudan is the latest example of how the country at the crossroads of the Horn of Africa remains highly relevant to international affairs.
Turkey’s Risky Monetary Policy Experiment

Turkey’s economy has been struggling in recent years, experiencing a rapid depreciation of the lira, and a surge in inflation.
Assad Out of the Cold…Again

It seems to be a bit of a dance right now regarding normalising with Assad. The agreements between Damascus and its Arab brothers cannot be expected to pass muster for long.
Women Shouldering the Cost of War: Pre-empting a Gender-Based Violence Crisis in Sudan

A full-scale security crisis for women in Sudan is all but inevitable and must be treated with urgency by the international community.
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.
Putin’s War in Ukraine and the Interests of GCC Hydrocarbon Producers

The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the interests of oil producers of the Persian Gulf is much more complex than is commonly thought.
Netanyahu’s Israel is a Teetering Balancing Act

Netanyahu will find it increasingly difficult to balance the survival of his government against the preservation of his political legacy.
Threats and Challenges to Trade in the Red Sea: Should Europe Be Concerned?

The Red Sea serves as a critical waterway for global trade, making the Red Sea region a key geopolitical interest for Europe.
The Long Road to a Substantive Settlement in Yemen