MENA
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China’s Expanding Footprint In The Middle East
Abstract: The Middle East, until recently under predominant U.S. influence, is witnessing the gradual expansion of the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) strategic footprint. Beijing emphasises economic statecraft, infrastructure diplomacy, and energy interdependence, while increasingly engaging in regional mediation, most notably between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Through investments in ports, industrial zones, and strategic maritime Read More
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Zionism, Resistance, And The Quest For Peace In The Middle East; Part II
Abstract: This article examines the causes of the Israeli–Palestinian and broader Israeli–Arab conflict by analysing the historical, moral, and political dimensions of both Jewish/Israeli and Arab positions. On the Israeli side, it explores the evolution of Zionism and Revisionist Zionism into a doctrine aimed at securing Israeli control over Palestine west of the Jordan River Read More
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Zionism, Resistance, And The Quest For Peace In The Middle East
Abstract: This article examines the causes of the Israeli–Palestinian and broader Israeli–Arab conflict by analysing the historical, moral, and political dimensions of both Jewish/Israeli and Arab positions. On the Israeli side, it explores the evolution of Zionism and Revisionist Zionism into a doctrine aimed at securing Israeli control over Palestine west of the Jordan River Read More
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Israel x Hamas And Is Long-Standing Peace Achievable?
Abstract: The October 07, 2023, attack on Israel, initiated by Hamas from Gaza, led to hundreds of Israeli casualties and hostages, sparking a war with global repercussions. Israel announced the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, describing it as a justified action against terrorism. However, U.S. President Joe Biden later framed the event as a Read More
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Struggles and Progress: Can Egypt Achieve a Lasting Democracy?
Abstract: Amid Egypt’s political unrest, the promise of democracy offers hope for a brighter future. With a government plagued by corruption and suppressing calls for change, a new approach focused on individual rights, transparency, and freedom of speech is urgently needed. The youth-driven revolutionary movements highlight a strong desire for democratic values while aligning with Read More
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Chinese Mediation In The Middle East: Seeds For A New Global Governance Architecture?
Abstract: China’s apparent motivations for mediating peace in the Middle East span economic interests, citizen security, and national security. At the same time, there exists a less intuitive driver that extends beyond the material domain and into the normative realm: mediation is a tool to reshape global governance and advance a more multipolar world order. Read More
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The Implications Of Drone Proliferation In The Geopolitics Of The Middle East
Abstract: Drones occupy a central space in warfare as their use represents the intersection of two trends in military technology: the increasing precision of weapons and the rise of robotics. This centrality is particularly evident in the Middle East, where the ownership of surveillance drones and unmanned (combat) aerial vehicles (UAVs/UCAVs) bequeath strategic advantage. This Read More
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A Reflection On The Political And Socio-Economic Stagnation In Tunisia
Abstract: As the Tunisian parliamentary elections of 17.12.22 only amassed an 8% voter turnout, it has become clear that the North African country is not only in a socio-economic crisis but also in political stagnation. The constitutional coup of 2021 further consolidates this thinking. It seems that the democratization process of 2010-2014 has reached stagnation. Read More
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The Advertiser And The Invisible In Biden’s Middle East Agenda
Abstract: Various political forces that contribute to the instability in the Middle Eastern region at all levels exist, whether Israeli or Arab. The region prepared for U.S. President Joe Biden’s visit[1] from July 13 to 16, 2022. Certainly, questions have arisen regarding Biden’s busy agenda upon his arrival and his ability to achieve his most Read More
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Terrorist Attacks On Israel
Abstract: Since March 22, 2022, Israel has experienced four terrorist attacks. Overall, the attacks involved 5 Arab assailants who were responsible for the deaths of 14 people, including two police officers. In response to the attack, several raids carried out by the Israeli forces in the West Bank led to firing between the Palestinians and Read More
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