How Afghanistan Factors into Sino-Iranian Relations
Both China and Iran have fears about what may unfold in post-US Afghanistan. Sharing many similar concerns, there is good reason to expect Beijing and Tehran to enhance their…
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Author: Giorgio Cafiero
Will PKK Activities in Finland and Sweden Stop NATO’s Northward Expansion?
Finland and Sweden’s policies toward Turkey and the PKK have long infuriated Ankara. Now with both Nordic countries wanting to join NATO, Turkey has a unique chance to pressur…
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Can the UAE Distance Syria from Iran?
There is talk about the United Arab Emirates’ outreach to the Assad regime possibly serving to bring Syria away from Iran’s orbit of influence. But achieving this goal seems p…
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It’s Worth Engaging the Taliban to Save Afghan Lives
Opinion
In January, Norway hosted a Taliban delegation for talks. Although Oslo’s decision to do so was controversial, alleviation of Afghanistan’s extremely serious humanitarian cris…
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Syria to Host the 2024 OAPEC Summit: What This Means for Assad
OAPEC’s decision to have Syria host the Arab energy conference in 2024 is a further sign of the Assad regime’s reintegration into the region’s diplomatic fold. This trend cont…
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Qatar’s Humanitarian Diplomacy in Afghanistan: Difficult Realities (Part 2 of 2)
As Qatar pushes ahead with its humanitarian diplomacy in Afghanistan, there are several factors which will challenge Doha to achieve its goals in the war-ridden country. Witho…
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