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The Fall of Assad: Global Stakes and Implications

March 14, 2025

Sardar Aziz

In this article, Dr. Sardar Aziz examines the situation in Syria in the aftermath of the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. From a global perspective, the stabilisation and development of Syria require regional and international powers to consider and address the concerns and interests of others from a Syrian viewpoint. This represents an unprecedented approach in the region’s history, where competition and conflict have long been the norm.

Turkey facing the geopolitical shift caused by Donald Trump’s return to power

March 13, 2025

Jean Marcou

Jean Marcou analyses here Turkey’s ambiguous position, navigating between its relations with Ukraine, Russia, and Western powers, while seeking to strengthen its regional influence and resolve the Kurdish issue. He highlights the strategic and diplomatic challenges Ankara faces.

Change in Iraq: A Quest for Alternative Modernities

January 24, 2025

Jérôme Chapuisat

Jérôme Chapuisat proposes an alternative modernity for Iraq, based on a civic patriotism that transcends ethnic and religious divisions. He challenges ethno-confessionalism and political instability, advocating for active and multicultural citizenship while considering the influence of Islam to build an inclusive and stable state.

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