Tag: Middle East

A Step toward Kurdish-Turkish Peace

[Syafruddin Arsyad] At the heart of this moment is the enduring Kurdish demand, not for separation, but for dignity, inclusion and rights.

Disinformation Front in Israel-Iran Conflict

[Beenish Ashraf] Proliferation of disinformation in [conflicts] underscores the critical need for media literacy, fact-checking and responsible journalism..

Syria’s Leadership Change Sparks New Diplomatic Era!

[Syafruddin Arsyad] The recent diplomatic visits underscore the emerging consensus among Arab states to support Syria’s reconstruction and political transition.

Assad’s Fall will Soon Ignite a New Battle for Syria’s Future

[Bahauddin Foizee] Regional and global players are positioning themselves to shape the outcome of Assad's fall, with each having a stake in what comes next for Syria.

Iran’s Missiles to Russia Have Significant Implications for the U.S.

[Nicholas Lovric] Both Iran and Russia share a common adversary in the West, and their deepening cooperation serves as a challenge to the U.S. influence in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Human Cost of Conflict in Southern Parts of Lebanon

[Bahauddin Foizee] The suffering in southern parts of Lebanon is not just a regional issue; it is a global humanitarian crisis that demands attention and intervention.

Iran is a Toothless Tiger

[Bahauddin Foizee] The notion that Iran can dictate the regional order or project lasting power is an illusion.

U.S. Approach to Syria: From Cold War to Joe Biden

[Ahmed Khalid Al-Fahad] While the U.S. has expressed support for democratic principles in Syria, its actual influence has been constrained by the internal dynamics of the conflict, the resilience of the Assad regime and the involvement of foreign powers that back opposing sides in the war.

Will Middle East Replace the USA with China?

[Bahauddin Foizee] The U.S.’s military and political clout, coupled with its established relationships, provide it with a level of influence that China has yet to match.