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Back to SearchDoes the easing of US sanctions on Syria come with strings attached?
Episode 434
During a visit to the Gulf in May, US President Donald Trump made a surprise announcement that he would revoke sanctions on Syria. This week, he kept…
8 months ago
How did Israel and Iran go from strategic allies to bitter enemies?
Episode 433
After 12 days of war between Israel and Iran, a ceasefire has brought a sense of cautious relief to the region.
Even after almost 21 months of war in…
8 months, 1 week ago
What happens to the Middle East if Tehran falls?
Episode 432
Up until last week, it seemed unthinkable for a UN member state to strike a nuclear site. But Israel did just that when it launched its attack on Ira…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Iran and Israel: What's next?
Episode 431
Canada, urging de-escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel, but US President Donald Trump has already left, having warned that residents of…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Who are the Abu Shabab armed militia that Israel is backing in Gaza?
Episode 430
In unusual public statement last week, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted “activating” Palestinian militias in Gaza. Acting on the ad…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Will Europe’s shift on Israel’s war in Gaza change anything?
Episode 429
Too little, too late. This was the sentiment echoed among critics in the international community after Europe started taking a new, critical stance o…
9 months ago
Can Israel be trusted to distribute aid in Gaza?
Episode 428
Chaotic scenes unfolded in Gaza this week as large crowds gathered at aid hubs set up by a US and Israeli-backed organisation, the Gaza Humanitarian …
9 months, 1 week ago
Sanctions are easing but can Syria hold together?
Episode 427
Last week’s announcement by President Donald Trump on lifting US sanctions on Syria seemed to have a refreshing effect for a country that has been re…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Will Middle East tension ease as a result of Donald Trump’s visit to the Gulf?
Episode 426
US President Donald Trump has returned to Washington after sealing hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of investments on his first visit to the Gu…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
What’s at risk under Israel’s planned Gaza offensive?
Episode 425
Israel’s security cabinet has approved an expanded military offensive in Gaza that would push the entire population into a small pocket in the south …
10 months ago