November, 2024

• 8 November

  Taking the Pulse: Can Europeans Significantly Reduce Their Security Reliance on the United States?

  

  European officials have long stressed the need for the continent to take charge of its own security and end geopolitical outsourcing to the United States. But does Europe have the means—and the will—to finally reduce its dependence on Washington? It is high time for Europe to step up and forge …

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• 8 November

  Does Israel have a regional strategy beyond endless war?

  

  Analysis: Underpinned by military superiority, Israel’s short-term tactical successes will never become strategic gains without a political endgame. Hamas shocked the world on 7 October 2023 when it launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, resulting in nearly 1,200 Israeli fatalities, both soldiers and civilians. The attack marked a significant moment …

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• 8 November

  Spotlight on Iran and the Shiite Axis

  This week, threats from senior Iranian officials intensified in response to Israel’s strike on Iranon October 26, 2024. The Iranian Supreme Leader declared that the United States and Israelwould face a crushing response for their actions against Iran and the “resistance front.” SeniorIRGC officials stressed that Iran’s response is certain …

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• 8 November

  Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called on the Islamic world to unite in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese people

  

  Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized on Monday the critical need for the Islamic world to put aside differences and unite in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese people in their just struggle against Israeli aggression. Speaking at the opening of the 40th session of the Standing Committee for Economic …

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• 8 November

  Hamas issued a statement following Trump’s victory, addressing the new U.S. administration

  

  Hamas stated that U.S. policy would shape its stance toward the new U.S. administration after Donald Trump declared victory in the presidential election held yesterday. “We affirm that our position on the new U.S. administration depends on its practical actions toward the Palestinian people, their legitimate rights, and issues,” the …

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• 8 November

  Israel attacked Lebanon again: A few hours after Netanyahu’s conversation with Trump, Beirut was shelled

  

  Israel attacked southern Beirut again early this morning, a few hours after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the Iranian threat. The Israeli prime minister was among the first world leaders to congratulate Trump, calling his re-election the greatest comeback in history, reported Hina. …

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• 8 November

  Spotlight on Terrorism: Hezbollah, Lebanon and Syria (October 28 – November 4 ,2024)

  

  The IDF continued its maneuvers in south Lebanon. The forces intercepted Hezbollah terrorist operatives, located and destroyed facilities concealed in civilian sites, and found large quantities of weapons. Israeli Air Force airstrikes targeted Hezbollah positions in Beirut and throughout Lebanon, and targeted strikes eliminated terrorist senior figures and field operatives. …

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• 8 November

  Behind the Scenes, Preparations for Russia-Ukraine Negotiations

  

  Despite lofty declarations of support, Ukraine’s main backers are increasingly focused on laying the groundwork for Kyiv’s negotiations with Moscow. Instead of ensuring sustainable security in Europe, the compromises under discussion would embolden Russia and China. A sobering diplomatic reality increasingly lurks behind the West’s lofty statements of support for …

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• 8 November

  The pro-Iranian Militias in Iraq: Characteristics of their Activity since the Beginning of Iron Swords War

  

  On November 2, 2023, pro-Iranian militias in Iraq began attacking Israel under the name “Islamic Resistance in Iraq.” The attacks have been intended to support Hamas in the Gaza Strip, based on the concept of “unity of arenas” promoted by Iran through its proxies in the Middle East, including Hezbollah …

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• 8 November

  INTEGRITY AND INDEPENDENCE OFCRIMINAL JUSTICE INSTITUTIONS IN THE WESTERN BALKANS

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