Had Iran’s intent been to hurt Israel, it wouldn’t have violated a core principle of all military operations – the element of surprise, writes Sanam Vakil صنم وكىل (@CH_MENAP).
chathamhouse.org/2024/04/irans-…

7 October has prompted a shift in Israel's strategy – from targeting Iran’s affiliates to directly eliminating Iranian leadership in Syria, writes Haid Haid. chathamhouse.org/2024/04/strike…

Egypt’s strategic role in the Middle East – and its proximity to rich neighbours – has secured Cairo much-needed help from the IMF and UAE. chathamhouse.org/2024/03/why-eg…

Japan’s state visit is a reminder that US strategy in the Indo-Pacific continues to be anchored in bilateral relationships, writes Leslie Vinjamuri. chathamhouse.org/2024/04/us-jap…

With the world’s attention focused on Gaza and Ukraine, Sudan receives woefully little high-level political or international media attention.
chathamhouse.org/2024/03/sudans…

Millions are at risk as a result of Sudan’s devastating civil war. Has the world forgotten Sudan?

Listen to our weekly international affairs podcast hosted by Bronwen Maddox, with:

▪️Mohammed H. al-Ta’ishi
▪️rosalind marsden
▪️James Copnall

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'After months of criticism by Israel's allies for its conduct in Gaza, Iran managed to unite the US, countries in the region and Europe in defence of Israel'

Yossi Mekelberg (@CH_MENAP) on Iran's missile and drone attack on Israel, via Al Jazeera English's Inside Story.

The illiberal turn in India’s democracy and the muscular deployment of Hindu nationalism within its foreign policy may complicate any deeper relationship with the West, writes Chietigj Bajpaee (@CHAsiaPacific). chathamhouse.org/2024/04/how-in…

Ahead of #IndiaElections2024 , my Chatham House research paper takes a step back to look at what India’s democratic credentials say about its foreign policy and relations with the West. Here are some of the key takeaways: chathamhouse.org/2024/04/how-in…

'The Israeli leadership will have a hard time not responding. A confrontation between Israel and Iran is coming, it's just a question of when'

Sanam Vakil صنم وكىل (@CH_MENAP) on Israel's response to Iran's drone and missile attack, via CNBC.

As Modi heads towards a third term, concerns about India’s democracy will matter less to the West than its potential as a bulwark against China.
chathamhouse.org/2024/04/indias…

Brilliant and clear piece on developments over the weekend from my colleagues Chatham House MENA

Had Iran’s intent been to hurt Israel, it wouldn’t have violated a core principle of all military operations – the element of surprise, writes Sanam Vakil صنم وكىل (@CH_MENAP).
chathamhouse.org/2024/04/irans-…

🇸🇩Today marks one year of the devastating war in Sudan.

Bronwen Maddox, rosalind marsden, Mohammed H. al-Ta’ishi & James Copnall discuss the need for concerted high-level international pressure on the warring parties to agree on a ceasefire.

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I have been - and remain - reluctant to engage with the 'do nuclear weapons deter' debate on Twitter/X. Mainly because Twitter is a great medium for sharing information but a poor debating platform. 1/12 (long 🧵apols)

A year into the war, SAF & RSF must be held accountable for their horrific crimes against the people & for destroying Sudan 🇸🇩

For aid to be delivered to millions + a ceasefire agreed they must but navigated, but not legitimised. Views in The Guardian👇🏽

theguardian.com/global-develop…

7 October has prompted a shift in Israel's strategy – from targeting Iran’s affiliates to directly eliminating Iranian leadership in Syria, writes Haid Haid. chathamhouse.org/2024/04/strike…

While the global economy is showing signs of strong growth, public debt levels in emerging markets are rising at an alarming rate, warns David Lubin (@ch_gef).
chathamhouse.org/2024/04/fiscal…

Israel's strike on Damascus wiped out Iran’s military leadership in Syria as well as a vital link with Hezbollah –General Mohammad Reza Zahedi.
chathamhouse.org/2024/04/irans-…

PODCAST🎙️| Has the world forgotten Sudan?

Mohammed H. al-Ta’ishi, rosalind marsden and James Copnall join Bronwen Maddox to discuss the one year anniversary of the devastating war in 🇸🇩.

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