Iran’s generational leadership change
Analysis of Iran's leaders has revealed trends within the political elite, informing how changes to the composition of leaders will shape the country's future politics.
The Mahsa Jina Amini Case: Security and Ethnic Dimensions
Protests following the death of a woman in Iranian police custody have become a catalyst for global political activism, but also among powerful radical Islamist networks.
Towards strategies for humanitarian action in Tigray
Mulugeta Gebrehiwot Berhe outlines humanitarian priorities for Tigray in the aftermath of the Pretoria and Nairobi agreements.
Iran’s Regional Policy: The view from Israel and the region
Despite its local influence, Iran faces difficulties in realising its geostrategic ambitions. Sima Shine discusses implications of current relations with Israel for Iran's regional policy.
Iranian military developments and trends
Michael Eisenstadt explores key factors influencing Iran's national security policy: grey zone regional strategy, unconventional forces, and nuclear hedging.
Putin’s war in Ukraine and prospects for Russian-Iranian relations
Nikolay Kozhanov analyzes factors behind the recent shift in Russian-Iranian relations, including Ukraine, and potential obstacles to dialogue.
The Mechanisms of Corruption in Iraq
When approach a strategy for reform, key elements that allow for systemic corruption in Iraq need careful consideration.
The Disruptive Power of Open-Source Water Data: The Case of the Euphrates-Tigris Basin
Differences between the estimated flows into the Euphrates-Tigris Basin, as well as further changes in the flows, carry contentious consequences for basin politics.
China’s interplay between Iran and the Gulf
Iran and the Gulf states occupy different places in China’s geopolitical and geo-economic considerations. Author: Yongjin Zhang
Cross-border flows of political finance across the Red Sea region
The flow of political finance from the Gulf States and Turkey into the Horn of Africa shows how illicit financial flows can affect stability in the context of political...
Turkey-Syria Earthquakes: Insights for Recovery and Response
Future research by the PeaceRep Syria team will focus on the impact on conflict dynamics and peacemaking at international, national, and local levels.
South Sudan: The Challenge of Government Reshuffles in the Transitional Period
Jan Pospisil discusses the need for clearer provisions in the R-ARCSS peace agreement on ministerial removals and appointment procedures.