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Items by Badr Mohammed Badr
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Who is Mohamed Gharred, Ennahda’s former adviser?
Mohamed Gharred is a young Tunisian politician with links to Canadian civil society and a former affiliation to Tunisia’s Ennahda. He started his relations with the Tunisian moderate Islamic-inspired party right after the revolution as an activist, helping his peers from Canada while doing his studies in Montréal. In...
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Israel’s tactical gains, strategic losses and the security black hole
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, coupled with the war ostensibly against Hamas in Gaza, presents a complex battlefield where tactical victories mask growing strategic vulnerabilities. While Israel has achieved key military successes, such as the assassination of prominent Hezbollah and Hamas leaders and the destruction of critical...
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Why does the US forgo meaningful investigations when its citizens are killed by Israel?
The brutal killing of another US citizen by the Zionist occupation forces in the West Bank two weeks ago has been condemned widely. Aysenur Eygi was a 26-year-old dual US-Turkish citizen. The volunteer with the International Solidarity Movement (ISM) was shot and killed during a protest against Israeli settlement...
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Arabs between Iran and Israel
There is no sane person on earth who does not believe that Israel is committing war crimes against the Palestinians, and there is no one who has an iota of faith that Netanyahu is the greatest war criminal in history for the killing and bloodshed he committed – and...
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Geopolitical fault lines in the South Caucasus reveal a complex struggle for influence and control
As the war in Ukraine reshapes global geopolitics, the South Caucasus has emerged as a critical theatre in the broader contest between Russia and the West. The United States and the European Union have intensified efforts to reshape the region, countering Moscow’s influence and securing strategic gains. With recent...
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Why did Israel kill Ismail Haniyeh, and what could be the repercussions?
The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran has attracted significant international attention, highlighting the complexities of Iran’s internal and regional security dynamics. The killing underscores a potential deterioration in Iran’s internal security situation and signals a shift in the regional power balance. Israel’s manoeuvres, including the assassination of senior...
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Missiles, explosives and bullets: Is assassination an effective tool for Israel?
Assassination operations began in an early period of Zionist history, that is, with the beginning of the formation of Zionist gangs. The main motive was reaction and revenge against figures who harmed Zionism or stood against it, for example, Zionist gangs stormed Arab towns and tortured and executed Palestinians,...
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The strategic truth revealed by the Majdal Shams operation
Majdal Shams is the largest village in the Syrian Golan Heights. It is located on the southern slope of Mount Hermon and is currently under Israeli occupation. The village is approximately 1,200 metres above sea level. During Ottoman rule, Majdal Shams, along with the rest of the Balan region,...
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Growing racism in Israeli society
On Friday, the International Court of Justice issued an advisory opinion that has major implications for the protection of human rights in Palestine under the Israeli occupation that has existed for 57 years, the opinion is based on a request submitted by the United Nations General Assembly in December...
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ICJ opinion on occupation of Palestine could leave Israel ‘more isolated’: Experts
The top UN Court’s ruling on Israel’s Occupation of Palestinian Territories could “change the political calculus in the West” and render Tel Aviv “more isolated in international relations,” according to legal experts. The International Court of Justice (ICJ), based at The Hague in the Netherlands, will deliver its advisory...
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Sudan is caught between Cairo, Geneva and Addis Ababa
Three events this month were related to stopping the war in Sudan. Each one addressed the issue from a different angle. The first was the Sudanese Political and Civil Forces Conference, which was held in Cairo on 6 July. The conference sent positive signals that must be considered, as...
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Palestinian steadfastness and Hamas tactics have thwarted Israel’s goals
There is no dispute about Hamas’ ability to survive, despite more than nine months of fighting against Israel. The occupation state has to admit that it has not achieved any of its goals. More than 38,000 Palestinians have been killed, and almost 100,000 more have been wounded. Nevertheless, Hamas...
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What does Iran’s Nuclear Policy look like with the new president?
As Iran stands on the brink of electing a new president, the future of its nuclear policy hangs in the balance. The collapse of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) following the United States’ abrupt withdrawal in 2018 has left a profound impact on Iran’s political landscape. The...
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I fear for the survival of Lebanon
Let me make it clear: I do not defend any of the warring Lebanese parties, and I examine them solely for the sake of analysis and fact-finding. However, like many Arabs, I fear for the survival of Lebanon and its people and wish them the best. It is unnatural...
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Analysis: The strategic shift in Iranian public opinion on nuclear weapons
The recent surge in Iranian public support for nuclear weapons, as revealed by the IranPoll survey, can be significantly attributed to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the perceived actions of Israel. Many Iranians believe that, in a hypothetical war scenario between Iran and Israel, Israel would retaliate for...
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There is solace for India’s Muslims as Hindutva forces suffer election setback
While Narendra Modi and his Hindu nationalist allies have retained power in India’s general election, the strong showing by opposition parties will provide some degree of solace to the country’s large Muslim minority, which has faced decades of discrimination exacerbated under the Hindutva regime. Official results from the Election...
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Israel: far-right shift ‘key factor’ in European nations recognising Palestine
The recent move by some European nations to recognise the state of Palestine will have wider repercussions for Israel and the far-right elements within its government and society, according to experts. Ireland, Spain and Norway plan to formally recognise Palestine next week, and more European nations are expected to...
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Mechanisms to stop the fighting in Sudan must be activated
In tones filled with anxiety among some, and fear among others, the Sudanese people wonder whether there will soon be an end to this accursed war, allowing people to return to the homes that they left by force and in distress. Their fear stems from the worsening destruction, killing...
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Reassessing US strategy in the Middle East: the rise of Iran and the overshadowed threat of China
In the complex tapestry of global geopolitics, the recent missile attack by Iran against Israeli targets marks a critical shift in the Middle East’s security paradigm. This event, far from being a deterrent act, signifies a new security balance in the region, heavily skewed in favour of Iran. This...
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Israel strike on Iranian Embassy: A grave threat to global diplomatic laws
In stark violation of international law, Israel has initiated an assault on the Iranian embassy in Syria. The ramifications of this act are profound, not only politically but also legally. This attack blatantly contravenes established norms of diplomatic immunity, a principle that has been a cornerstone of international law...
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Gaza gets ready to greet Eid with hunger, bombs and bullets
It is probably fair to say that most of the world’s population stands in solidarity with the bombed and besieged Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. As Eid al-Fitr approaches to signal the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, people are wondering how to celebrate the festival. Many...
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Jordan’s security is a red line, Hamas says
The Islamic resistance group Hamas thanked Jordan’s King Abdullah II for his position in support of the Palestinians, specifically the Gaza Strip. In a letter sent to Jordanian officials, the movement said that Jordan’s security is a red line, and “we must turn the page on any misunderstanding or...
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There’s a big difference between legitimate resistance and terrorism
Israel and some Arab states have regarded Hamas consistently as being in the same league as ISIS/Daesh, despite major differences in their make-up. The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement’s position on ISIS/Daesh is clear, just as it is in relation to followers of other nominally Islamic organisations. Israeli Prime Minister...
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‘Bleeding Dirt’: A drama series about the Palestinian resistance
Resistance to Israeli colonialism was the central focus of the Palestinian drama series, “Bleeding Dirt” (“Nazeef Al-Turaab”), set in the post-Oslo Convention era. The series addresses the daily challenges, injustices and human rights violations facing Palestinians under the brutal Zionist occupation. It highlights the resilience, courage and determination of...