Key Takeaway: Iranian-backed Iraqi Shia actors failed to mount a coordinated military and political campaign against the United States in response to the US and Israeli air campaign in Iran between July 12 and 24. Suspected Iranian-backed Iraqi militias launched multiple one-way attack drones attacks targeting US positions across Iraq, …

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The United States paused weapons supplies to Ukraine, including critical air defense interceptors, artillery shells, missiles, and rockets. Western media outlets reported that sources stated on July 2 that the US pause on weapons supplies to Ukraine will affect dozens of PAC-3 interceptors for Patriot air defense systems, dozens of …

Key Takeaways Former President Hassan Rouhani is likely attempting to reenter Iran’s political scene by presenting the post-war crisis as a chance to reform governance, restore public trust, and recalibrate the regime’s trajectory. Rouhani’s efforts appear to have triggered concern among his longstanding hardline rivals. Rouhani may seek to work …

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Executive Summary This report analyses the geopolitical consequences of Russia officially recognising the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in July 2025. Following the Taliban’s removal from Russia’s terrorist list, this move shows Moscow’s intention to broaden collaboration in trade, infrastructure, and regional security. Russia’s acknowledgment is part of a larger strategy …

High-profile figures from the former regime are being captured by the authorities in Damascus Former warlord Ghazwan Al Salmoni carved a niche in the Syrian civil war, commanding an abduction and extortion ring that specialised in ambushing lorry cargo traffic near his home in the centre of the country. He …

Restrictions on HTS and Ahmad Al Shara are rooted in group’s deep ties to Al Qaeda and role in Syria’s civil war The US is preparing to circulate to the UN Security Council a draft resolution calling for the lifting of sanctions on Syria’s leader Ahmad Al Shara. Discussions are …

Menace ou opportunité, telle est la question concernant l’impact de l’intelligence artificielle sur l’environnement. Si cette technologie est terriblement énergivore, elle offre aussi des outils pour mieux utiliser et optimiser la consommation des ressources naturelles. Laquelle de ces deux forces l’emportera ? La stratégie adoptée par les grands ensembles continentaux …

Russia can endure the economic pain of war for longer than Europe. On this basis, more sanctions will only ever embolden Russia to keep fighting rather than making peace. Europe should incentive peace through sanctions relief, although I see zero chance of that happening right now. This terrible war in …