Qatar has a knack for earning international headlines regularly and often negative ones. In the lead-up to the global football event, World Cup 2022, starting […]
The China-Russia Connection Behind Iran’s Military Resilience
What began as a rapid military campaign by the United States and Israel has developed into a prolonged conflict, intensifying instability across the Middle East and placing additional pressure on the global economy. Iran’s ability to sustain its war effort raises queries about the resilience of its domestic defence industry and the external networks that help it withstand military pressure. China and Russia have turned into key components of this support mechanism for Iran. This arrangement does not rest on any agreement or mutual defence; instead, there are only military-technical, energy, and procurement contacts between the two countries, as well as diplomatic relations. The special feature of this collaboration is that each of these countries possesses specific competences. In this…
Saudi Arabia’s Oil Dilemma: Economic Interests and Political Leverage
Energy markets depend on more than supply and demand. Shipping…
The China-Russia Connection Behind Iran’s Military Resilience
What began as a rapid military campaign by the United…
Why Saudi Arabia’s Latest Confrontation with the Houthis is a Self-Goal
Liberal internationalists have long argued that the costs of war…
NEW START Expiration and the Return of Nuclear Great Power Politics
The global security architecture has entered a period of instability…
Beyond the “Houthis” Label: Understanding Ansarallah in Yemen
When Western media and policymakers discuss the conflict in Yemen,…