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Saturday, 09 January 2021 12:19

The Arab uprisings: Break on through to the other side | Middle East Bulletin 39

The Arab uprisings: Break on through to the other side | Middle East Bulletin 39
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Thursday, 10 December 2020 21:48

The current situation in Iraq

The current situation in Iraq

iraq protests Baghdad 2019This analysis aims at underlining the economic and political crisis in Iraq that led to widespread protests around the country since October 2019. The government’s inability to deliver basic services to society has created a series of protests with demands for better living conditions. The Iraqi security forces and armed militias are using extreme force to tackle the demonstrations with many protesters injured or killed. Hence, the question that presents itself is how foreign interventionism affects the country’s society and sense of security, as well as its economy.

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Saturday, 06 June 2020 15:16

Iran, interrupted | Middle East Bulletin 38

Iran, interrupted | Middle East Bulletin 38
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Wednesday, 11 March 2020 12:17

The domestic spillover in Iran following the Qasem Soleimani affair

The domestic spillover in Iran following the Qasem Soleimani affair

iran protests roadDuring the past few weeks, it seems that the killing of General Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), on January 3, 2020, should have sent Middle Eastern relations and the fragile regional equilibrium into a spiral. Nonetheless, the repercussions of the US administration’s decision have not yet been observed on a larger international scale, but rather on the domestic one.

 

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Sunday, 08 December 2019 13:07

Demonstrations in Lebanon

Demonstrations in Lebanon

lebanon demonstrationsThe economic recession, the dysfunctional political system and the refugee crisis have made Lebanon a vulnerable player in the Middle East region. The economic reforms that the former Prime Minister of Lebanon, Saad Hariri, tried to introduce, caused a massive cross-sectarian wave of demonstrations which lead Lebanon to political instability and to the Prime Minister’s resignation. Moreover, Hezbollah’s reaction and the developments in Syria make the situation in Lebanon even more complicated. Rapid developments in Lebanon are leading to a significant alteration in Lebanon’s political system which are affecting the citizens’ lives.

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Sunday, 21 April 2019 20:32

Sudan Calling: A belated Arab Spring or a continuing process?

Sudan Calling: A belated Arab Spring or a continuing process?

sudan empty seatProtests across Sudan are well into their fourth month, consistently defying President Omar al-Bashir’s suppressive response, as well as his superficial political appeasing efforts. That persistence, stemming from economic and political demands highly similar to those expressed in several Arab countries during the so-called “Arab Spring”, interestingly underscores a relevant continuity of the transformative dynamics that emerged back in 2011. In Sudan, similar peaceful revolts have twice -in 1964 and 1985- ended up in the collapse of military dictatorships. Nevertheless, despite the protesters’ determination, the existence of a particularly rigid pro-status quo regional political landscape further complicates the equation that could lead to actual political change. 

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Sunday, 24 March 2019 19:54

Algerian protests against the pouvoir: Cracks in the “deep state”?

Algerian protests against the pouvoir: Cracks in the “deep state”?

algeria one frame the people protests 22febThe Algerian people massively took to the streets for a fourth consecutive Friday on March 15th 2019, protesting against the elite, despite President Bouteflika’s maneuver four days earlier, in which he sought to appease the demonstrators by withdrawing his initial candidacy for a fifth term and postponed sine die the elections scheduled for the 18th of April. The protesters, most of them young and coming from all backgrounds, appear determined, while, at the same time, cracks are visible given the multiplication of defections within the ruling party and the business elites. However, it is of note that the Algerian system, a complex civilian-military-business nexus, would not readily give up its power and profits, and, most importantly, the army’s domination within the system is not easily challenged.

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Wednesday, 01 June 2016 03:00

Notions of the Arab revolts | Middle East Bulletin 30

Notions of the Arab revolts | Middle East Bulletin 30
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Thursday, 01 January 2015 02:00

The Displaced Elephant in the Room Refugees in the Middle East | Middle East Bulletin 27

The Displaced Elephant in the Room Refugees in the Middle East | Middle East Bulletin 27
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Wednesday, 26 February 2014 02:00

Israel: Domestic Troubles

2014 is the year in which old and new challenges will arise for Israel. As the state heads towards the 66th anniversary of its independence, it faces roadblocks that – in a nutshell – impede the urgency of its finding a solution for its political, financial and refugee crisis. This article lays out the current major issues that confront Israel, prompting a discussion of potential avenues which it can pursue as it heads towards its elections.
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