Threats of Iran to close the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has renewed its threats to close the Strait of Hormuz if it is prevented from using the waterway to export its oil. As noted by Mohammed Jassim Bu Hasan, Iran is also saying that no other country will be able to export its oil through the Strait of Hormuz if actions to cut Iranian oil exports continue…
A quarter century of the NATO initiative towards the Mediterranean countries
The objective of the NATO launch of the Mediterranean Dialogue were to establish good relations aimed at bilateral understanding of the most important challenges Regional security and stability. Dr. Ashraf Keshk notes that the initiative had faced challenges, especially in view of the changes that had occurred in the countries of the Mediterranean since 2011…
Experts and analysts answer the question: Are signs of an American-Iranian war approaching?
According to Dr. Ashraf Keshk, he says that it is not the first time, nor the last witnessed by the US – Iranian relations escalation of the nuclear file, yet he does not expect a military confrontation between the two sides for a couple reasons…
Getting the most out of Saudi Arabia’s new residency permit
Saudi Arabia’s Shoura Council just approved a special residency permit for entrepreneurs, investors, and skilled expatriates. Dr. Omar A-Ubaydli discusses this potentially positive step for the economy ……
Women in IT – the Challenges
Some of the greatest obstacles to women advancing in the IT world is embedded in societal expectations. Dr. Fatima Sebaie discusses in some detail the core of these challenges and at how this needs to be redressed.
VIII Moscow Conference on International Security: Global Conflict & a New Balance of Forces
The recent VIII Moscow Conference on International Security was an opportunity to gauge Russian foreign policy towards ongoing conflicts with Western states and NATO – Dr. Ashraf Keshk looks into the divergences of policy and potential repercussions for the Middle East.
Russia- Iran Relations: Necessity or Strategic?
How did the Syrian crisis impact Russian – Iranian relations – was it a convergence of necessity or a longer term strategic partnership? Dr. Ashraf Keshk considers the international complexities of the relationship between the two countries and at the impact on regional security.
Bahrain – Britian and Maritime Security
The arrival of Royal Navy Frigate HMS Montrose in Bahrain from the UK aims to bolster naval forces in the region. Dr. Ashraf Keshk discusses regional and global maritime security…..
NATO – 70TH ANNIVERSARY
As NATO celebrates the 70th year of its founding, Dr. Ashraf Keshk looks at the current success of the alliance and future challenges.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard – now a terrorist organisation
Following the USA government’s classification of Iran’s Revolutonary Guard as a terrorist organization, Dr. Ashraf Keshk discusses the implications on strategic security for the region.
