Strait Talk: Can 2,500 Marines Really Keep the Hormuz Shipping Lanes Open?
With 2,500 US Marines deploying to the Strait of Hormuz, we look at how this taskforce plans to counter drone threats and keep global trade routes open.
From State Power to Crowdfunding: Is the Iranian Regime Running on Empty?
The Iranian regime has resorted to crowdfunding to support its regional activities, raising questions about the stability of its finances and the impact of international sanctions.
The Middle East Chessboard: Who Actually Gains from the Iran Conflict?
A look at the complex motivations driving the conflict in the Middle East and why a simple resolution remains so elusive.
Border Hopping for Broadband: Why Iranians are Flocking to Iraq for Eggs and Instagram
As the border between Iran and northern Iraq reopens, thousands are crossing over to find affordable food, stable work, and an internet connection free from government censorship.
Precision Warfare is an Oxymoron: The Bloody Cost of Lebanon's Healthcare Collapse
Israeli strikes have reportedly killed 12 medics in Lebanon, raising serious questions about the supposed precision of modern warfare and the safety of healthcare workers in conflict zones.
Death by Deepfake: Netanyahu’s Coffee Run and the Bizarre New Age of Political Proof of Life
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has taken to social media to debunk assassination rumours with a witty coffee shop video, highlighting the growing threat of AI deepfakes in global politics.
Beyond the Digital Noise: The Heartbreaking Reality of the West Bank Crisis
A devastating report from the West Bank confirms the deaths of two young children and their parents during an operation by Israeli forces, highlighting the brutal human cost of the ongoing conflict.
Trump Swipes Left on Peace: Why the Iran Conflict is Settling in for the Long Haul
As Donald Trump rejects peace talks and Iran vows to fight indefinitely, we examine the impact of this three-week conflict on the UK economy and global stability.
Strategic Hesitation: Analysing the Implications of Trump’s Stance on Iranian Diplomacy
An analysis of the strategic and economic implications of Donald Trump's reluctance to enter a ceasefire deal with Iran amidst rising regional tensions.
Geopolitical Tensions and Civil Liberties: An Analysis of Al-Quds Day Demonstrations in London
An academic analysis of the Al-Quds Day procession in London, exploring the intersection of geopolitical expression, public order legislation, and the challenges of urban policing.
Investigating the Logistical Framework of Private Palestinian Evacuations from Gaza
An investigation reveals a private Israeli group, aligned with resettlement ideologies, has been discreetly organising evacuation flights for Palestinians from Gaza.
Diplomatic Intervention: The Vatican’s Escalated Appeal for a Middle Eastern Ceasefire
Pope Leo XIV has issued a direct and forceful demand for a ceasefire in the Middle East, targeting those responsible for the ongoing conflict in his strongest address yet.