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Trump’s nuclear opportunity in the Middle East
Donald Trump has an historic opportunity to negotiate a much tougher nuclear deal with Iran – will he seize it?
April 3, 2025
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Crucial Next Steps in Syria’s Transition
The transitional government must focus on four key areas to ensure that unity is maintained.
December 24, 2024
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Time for bold reforms to rescue UN missions in the Middle East
The UN must overhaul its command structure and implement reforms that prioritise diplomacy over military intervention.
December 9, 2024
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Two sides of the same ocean? America’s prospects vs China and Iran
How might the US fare fighting on two fronts against two enemies? The election of Donald Trump increases the likelihood of direct conflict with China and Iran.
November 25, 2024
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Are COPs truly “fit for purpose”?
COPs require urgent reform if they are to provide legitimate and trustworthy leadership and limit global warming
November 22, 2024
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The Houthis have won the Red Sea
International commerce and Western navies have been forced to accept a new normal, and there are few signs of change coming soon.
October 1, 2024
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Netanyahu’s quandary in the North
Hezbollah continues to attack Israel, but war in Lebanon is never worth it
July 24, 2024
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Turkey’s earthquakes raise questions over dam safety and its transboundary implications
February’s disaster has renewed international scrutiny of the safety of Turkey’s dams and the risks they pose to downstream states.
March 29, 2023
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Israeli regional soft power expansion through water trade
The Abraham Accords have rapidly increased opportunities for collaboration between signatory states and Israel – a global leader in water management and technology – on improving water and food security.
March 2, 2023