Podcasts Jun 2, 2020 | 10:00 GMTJun 2, 2020
In this podcast, Emily Donahue speaks to Global Security Analyst Thomas Abi-Hanna about the nearly 20 years of Israeli presence in Lebanon, and the 20 years since its withdrawal.
Iran's Arc of Influence
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On Security May 19, 2020 | 10:00 GMTMay 19, 2020
With its regional and Western adversaries distracted, a spike in attacks shows the global jihadist group is well-positioned to return with a vengeance in its core territory.
Snapshots May 18, 2020 | 18:49 GMTMay 18, 2020
Gantz’s new role as defense minister and prime minister-in-waiting will enable him to assert his more diplomatic approach to Iran’s nuclear program against Netanyahu’s more aggressive stance.
Guidance Apr 27, 2020 | 10:00 GMTApr 27, 2020
The Iran-backed militant group’s COVID-19 relief efforts could pay dividends for its own political future at the expense of Lebanon's stability.
Assessments Apr 27, 2020 | 10:00 GMTApr 27, 2020
Trump’s threat to destroy any Iranian vessels found harassing U.S. ships represents another flashpoint that could trigger the next round of escalation between the two countries.
Snapshots Apr 16, 2020 | 19:33 GMTApr 16, 2020
As it battles one of the world’s worst COVID-19 outbreaks, Iran’s harassment of U.S. vessels in the Persian Gulf indicates it remains focused on securing sanctions relief.
Assessments Apr 6, 2020 | 19:35 GMTApr 6, 2020
Washington’s heightened push to rid Iraq of Iranian influence risks only throwing the country deeper into chaos amid the mounting COVID-19 crisis.
Snapshots Mar 23, 2020 | 10:00 GMTMar 23, 2020
While intended to place U.S. and European troops out of harm's way, the drawdown could prompt yet more violence by emboldening Iranian-backed militias to rid the country of any remaining Western forces.
On Security Mar 17, 2020 | 11:00 GMTMar 17, 2020
Honey traps remain an effective tactic that can be used against anyone at any age.
Snapshots Mar 11, 2020 | 21:49 GMTMar 11, 2020
The killing of American troops significantly raises the likelihood of a further military escalation within Iraq, or potentially even Iran, in the coming days.
