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Democracy and society

‘Genocide is the only term that fits’

Genocide scholar Omer Bartov on Israel’s conduct towards the Palestinian population, the situation in Gaza and Germany’s responsibility

By Omer Bartov

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Democracy and society

More than a game

In today’s changing world order, sport has become a means of projecting power and diversifying the economy. Saudi Arabia is a prime example

By Sebastian Sons

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Foreign and security policy

In the eye of the storm

The Iran-Israel conflict tests more than alliances. In Iraq, it exposes a fragile state’s unresolved question: who really sets its foreign policy?

By Ali Taher Alhammood

picture alliance / NurPhoto | Morteza Nikoubazl

Foreign and security policy

Axis of what now?

With their deterrence strategy in ruins, Iran’s leaders may face a historic choice: double down, or open up

By Marcus Schneider

picture alliance / NurPhoto | Telmo Pinto

Democracy and society

Endgame regime change?

Many believe that a new regime will automatically fix Iran’s crises. But without civic education and social reform, democracy won’t stand

By Kourosh Ziabari

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Foreign and security policy

One thing is certain

Negotiations are the only way to permanently end Iran’s nuclear programme

By Rolf Mützenich

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Foreign and security policy

Hidden in plain sight

The EU’s hands-off approach to the Morocco-Algeria conflict is backfiring — the cost of non-engagement is clear, and so are the opportunities

By Emmanuel Cohen-Hadria

picture alliance / Anadolu | Hazem Turkia

Democracy and society

Militia chess

Heavy fighting in Tripoli has shaken the city, exposing the illusion of security in a country ruled mainly by rival militias rather than the state

By Salam Said

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Foreign and security policy

Two scorpions in a bottle

Depending on the Iranian response, the current conflict could develop into an uncontrollable regional war, with none of the parties emerging as victor

By Amin Saikal

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Foreign and security policy

Riviera of ruins

Israel’s new offensive in Gaza is leading to famine and mass displacement. Germany cannot stand idly by for any longer

By Muriel Asseburg