Was Russia really caught off-guard by the advance of the insurgents? A theory on the current situation in Syria.
Politics
A two-state solution in the Middle East remains a long way off, emphasizes EU High Representative Josep Borrell. A conversation about the role of the EU in the Middle East conflict, setbacks, and cooperation with Arab states – and what is particularly urgent now.
Bangladeshi Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain on the plans of Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus' interim government, why he is hoping for an apology from Pakistan and why he does not want to give away St. Martin´s island in the Bay of Bengal.
Constitutional law expert Adam Shinar is alarmed by the onslaught on basic rights in Israel amid the Gaza war. Netanyahu, Ben Gvir and Smotrich are finding alternative ways to undermine Israel's democracy beyond the controversial judicial reform.
Iran is pursuing a risky dual strategy in its conflict with Israel. However, the air strikes against the Revolutionary Guard raise questions about the Islamic Republic's state of preparation for military conflict.
Myanmar’s junta has been on the back foot for quite some time now. The militias waging a civil war against the central government are gaining ground and start to plan the post-war order. Yet one ethnic minority remains marginalized.
Egypt’s former Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy opens up about Cairo’s diplomatic efforts, Western support for Arab peace plans–and why Israel’s Rafah operation could affect the Camp David Accords.
Knesset member Shelly Tal Meron advocates for more female representation in politics and the military and draws a direct line to the Gaza war. The Yesh Atid member also explains, why she wants Netanyahu gone – and how a new Israeli government could look like.