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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement: How Declining U.S. Power Reshaped Riyadh’s Choices
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement: How Declining U.S. Power Reshaped Riyadh’s Choices
Author argues that the 2025 Saudi–Pakistan defense pact reflects declining U.S. reliability—reshaping Riyadh’s security strategy while elevating Pakistan as a key regional actor. By Mariam Qureshi. (1... Read More...


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New Crisis Old Game
New Crisis Old Game
Author argues that the war in Ukraine reflects a continuation of Cold War dynamics—urging Americans to confront hard questions about democracy, power, and U.S. global responsibility. By Ryan Reidway. ... Read More...


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China’s Passive Role: Calculated Strategy or Leadership Gap?
China’s Passive Role: Calculated Strategy or Leadership Gap?
Article analyzes China’s global passivity—arguing it may be a strategic effort to avoid entanglements and expand soft power, or a sign of leadership limitations. By Nadhem Mahmoudi. (07/21/2025) Read More...


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How to Prevent Iran from Going Nuclear: Is Attacking Nuclear Facilities a Panacea for Non-proliferation?
How to Prevent Iran from Going Nuclear: Is Attacking Nuclear Facilities a Panacea for Non-proliferation?
Author argues that military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities escalate proliferation risks—stressing diplomacy, not force, as the only sustainable path to non-proliferation. By Sana Ahmed. (07/19/... Read More...


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12 Days War: Iran’s Paradoxical Gains Amid Military Losses
12 Days War: Iran’s Paradoxical Gains Amid Military Losses
Author analyzes the 2025 Iran–Israel 12-day war, arguing that despite military losses, Iran achieved strategic gains—regime consolidation, regional influence, nuclear ambiguity, and strengthened diplo... Read More...


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A Marxist Prophecy of Hyper-Industrialist China
A Marxist Prophecy of Hyper-Industrialist China
China’s hyper-industrial growth risks Marx’s predicted crisis of overproduction and falling profits. To survive, China must reduce its reliance on the US market and dollar dominance. It needs to expan... Read More...


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Strategic Catastrophe: The Risks of Assassinating Ayatollah Khamenei
Strategic Catastrophe: The Risks of Assassinating Ayatollah Khamenei
Author warns that assassinating Ayatollah Khamenei would trigger regional chaos, empower extremist groups, destabilize oil markets, and ultimately harm Israeli and global strategic interests. By Dr. I... Read More...


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Empires, Prophecies, and the Flame in Between: A Narrative Essay on the Iran–Israel Conflict
Empires, Prophecies, and the Flame in Between: A Narrative Essay on the Iran–Israel Conflict
Author explores the Iran–Israel conflict as both geopolitical and spiritual—rooted in prophecy, identity, and history—warning of global consequences unless ideology yields to realism. By Dr. Malik Muh... Read More...


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The Gaza Crisis: Devastation, Displacement, and Regional Silence
The Gaza Crisis: Devastation, Displacement, and Regional Silence
Article explores the scale of destruction in Gaza, the humanitarian toll, and the limited response from regional actors, especially the Arab world. It reflects the urgent need for international and re... Read More...


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Deng Xiaoping's 1979 Visit to the United States: The Origins of U.S.-China Economic Cooperation and Co-Dependency
Deng Xiaoping's 1979 Visit to the United States: The Origins of U.S.-China Economic Cooperation and Co-Dependency
Article focuses on Deng Xiaoping’s 1979 visit to the United States, arguing that economic interdependence has been the keystone of today’s U.S.-China relations, then analyzes the current crisis of “Ch... Read More...


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The United States and the Middle East: Betraying the Arabs and Undermining Itself in Global Competition
The United States and the Middle East: Betraying the Arabs and Undermining Itself in Global Competition
Author explores how the U.S. approach to the 2025 Iran nuclear talks—shaped by internal contradictions and strategic shortsightedness—risks alienating Arab partners, destabilizing the region, and weak... Read More...


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Iran’s Nuclear Fate: How the US-China Rivalry Is Redrawing the Middle East Map
Iran’s Nuclear Fate: How the US-China Rivalry Is Redrawing the Middle East Map
Author argues that Iran’s nuclear future is shaped less by non-proliferation than by U.S.-China rivalry—positioning Tehran as both strategic player and potential flashpoint in global power politics. B... Read More...


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Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Re-building Trust with Africa to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Article argues the U.S. must increase its development engagement—not just to compete with China, but to rebuild trust with African partners. By offering long-term, low-risk loans and prioritizing face... Read More...


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The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in South Sudan
The Role of African Union and the Arab League in supporting political integration and stability in South Sudan
A case study of Darfur. By Zeina Amir Seedahmed Abdallah. 05/27/2025 Read More...


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The Eagle in the Dragon’s Trap: Beijing Prepares to Rewrite the Rules of the Game with Trump’s Return
The Eagle in the Dragon’s Trap: Beijing Prepares to Rewrite the Rules of the Game with Trump’s Return
Author argues that Trump’s second-term policies are accelerating China’s rise—enabling Beijing to expand diplomatic, economic, and technological influence while repositioning itself as a global leader... Read More...


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New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times
Read the latest issue of emstrongInternational Affairs Forum where academics, practitioners, and our Student Award Winners discuss issues facing the world in 2025, from democracy, to climate change, A... Read More...


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Creative Economy and the OSCE
Creative Economy and the OSCE
Article highlights how creative industries can combat exploitation and trafficking—especially of minors—by promoting empowerment, ethical work, and inclusive economic opportunities. By Nasya Aiskha Sa... Read More...


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The Fragile Peace: Analyzing the Consequences of the Kashmir Tourist Attack on Indo-Pak Relations
The Fragile Peace: Analyzing the Consequences of the Kashmir Tourist Attack on Indo-Pak Relations
The tourist attack in Kashmir has reignited Indo-Pak tensions, jeopardizing the Indus Waters Treaty and highlighting urgent climate and water security risks for both nations. By Khizra Mushtaq. (05/03... Read More...


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Pahalgam: The Story of False Flag Operations and IWT
Pahalgam: The Story of False Flag Operations and IWT
Author argues that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack is politically motivated, urging both India and Pakistan to pursue backchannel diplomacy and joint... Read More...


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History’s Embryos and the Blood Price of Guardianship
History’s Embryos and the Blood Price of Guardianship
Poetic essay reflects on revolution, power, and identity in the Arab world—critiquing authoritarian “guardianship,” glorification of divine rule, and suppression of diversity—while urging humanity to ... Read More...


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Russia’s Anti-Colonial Rhetoric: A Tool of Statecraft in Africa
Article analyzes how Russia uses anti-colonial rhetoric to gain influence in Africa, appealing to Pan-Africanism and framing itself as a historical ally against Western imperialism. By Michael Howard.... Read More...


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The Historical Case Against Russia and for Ukraine
Analysis refutes Putin’s historical claims over Ukraine by tracing Kyiv’s deep-rooted sovereignty, highlighting centuries of cultural identity, resistance to domination, and internationally recognized... Read More...


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Ukraine: Existential Deal or Business Deal
Ukraine: Existential Deal or Business Deal
Author contrasts Ukraine’s existential struggle with historical independence movements, warning that diplomacy must respect non-negotiable survival conditions rather than treating peace as a business ... Read More...


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The Collapse of Iran’s Shia Crescent, What’s Next?
The Collapse of Iran’s Shia Crescent, What’s Next?
Tracking the decline of Iran's regional influence. By Dr. Shermeen Yousif. (02/07/2025) Read More...


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Reflections on Society and Governance
Reflections on Society and Governance
Author reflects on society and governance, with a focus on China. By Li Shoutao. (01/13/2025) Read More...


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Trump Has a Chance to Change the American-Iranian Relationship
Author argues that much of the conflict in the region is due to the West's unnecessary intervention and branding of Iran as America's greatest enemy, and examines America's history with Iran to show h... Read More...


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The Syrian Great Game
The Syrian Great Game
The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria: background history and what's next in the aftermath. By Prof. Manlio Graziano. 12/10/2024 Read More...


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War as Genocide in Gaza: Reassessing Application of the Genocide Convention
Author examines debate whether Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide. By Elliott Howes. (10/16/2024) Read More...


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The Iran- Israel War: Bilateral Conflict or the Brink of World War III?
The Iran- Israel War: Bilateral Conflict or the Brink of World War III?
What is the prognosis for the Iran-Israel conflict? By Jai Kumar.(10/10/2024) Read More...


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The Current Hezbollah-Israel Conflict: The Fallout of the Nasrallah Killing?
Timeline and analysis of the current Hezbollah-Israel conflict. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (10/03/2024) Read More...


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