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Trump’s Gaza plan is an existential threat for Jordan

After elections US President Donald Trump has suggested multiple times that the United States could take over the Gaza Strip and displace 2.1 million Palestinians to Egypt, Jordan, and other Arab countries as…

February 21, 2025Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Palestine, USA

Geopolitics National Security

Misjudging Russia Could Lead to War in Europe”

A Major War in Europe Involving Russia Becomes Inevitable During Trump’s Presidency A large-scale war in Europe, with Russia as a key participant, is becoming inevitable during President Trump’s term.…

February 20, 2025Russia, Ukraine, USA

Conflict Geopolitics National Security

Ukraine’s Strength, Washington’s Blind Spot: The Flawed U.S. Assessments of War and Resistance”

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s statements once again confirm the systemic miscalculations of State Department analysts in assessing military and security threats. These mistakes have been evident in cases…

January 31, 2025Russia, Ukraine, USA

Conflict Geopolitics

Goma at the Crossroads: Analyzing the Geopolitical and Humanitarian Challenges in Eastern DRC

The situation in Goma, a key city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has deteriorated significantly due to recent escalations involving the M23 rebel group. Backed by Rwandan…

January 29, 2025DRC, M23, Rwanda

Geoeconomics Geopolitics National Security

U.S. Strategic Interests and Potential Intervention in Panama: Risks and Probabilities

China's involvement in Panama has expanded notably over recent years, encompassing economic investments, infrastructure projects, and diplomatic engagements. This growing presence has prompted discussions about the extent and implications of…

January 21, 2025China, Panama, USA

Geopolitics Governance

President Joseph Aoun’s Vision for Lebanon: Engaging Hezbollah and Iran Amid Regional Shifts

President Joseph Aoun's election is seen as a hopeful step towards recovery and reconstruction in Lebanon, with both domestic and international support bolstering prospects for positive change. Lebanon’s parliament elected a…

January 20, 2025Hezbollah, Iran, Lebanon

Geopolitics ideology National Security Propaganda and Disinformation Psyops

Trump’s Greenland Proposal Fuels Russian Propaganda

The statement by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump regarding his interest in purchasing Greenland has been actively exploited by Russian propaganda to discredit the United States and justify Russian imperial expansionism…

January 16, 2025Greenland, Russia, USA

Conflict Geopolitics National Security Terrorism

Scenarios and Implications of Escalating Conflict Between Israel and the Houthis

The probability of a conflict between Israel and Yemen's Houthi rebels has escalated from potential to active engagement. Recent events indicate that hostilities are already underway, with both parties conducting…

January 10, 2025Houthis, Iran, Israel, Yemen

Geopolitics National Security

Donald Trump and the Prospects of Peace: Strategic Implications of Ukraine-Russia Negotiations

While there is a renewed impetus for peace talks in 2025, driven by changes in U.S. leadership and Ukraine's diplomatic initiatives, significant obstacles remain. The success of any negotiations will…

January 7, 2025Russia, Ukraine, USA

Geopolitics Governance

French Troop Withdrawals and Africa’s Geopolitical Realignment

The push to withdraw French troops from West Africa has gained momentum due to a confluence of historical, political, and social factors, as well as shifting regional and global dynamics.…

January 3, 2025Cote d’Ivoire, France

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