Czech-Slovak Institute of Oriental Studies

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CSIORS Senior Advisor Issam Khoury Discusses Impact of Lebanon's War on Syria on CNBC

CSIORS

2024-10-23 10:04

Explore how Lebanon's conflict impacts Syria with CSIORS Senior Advisor Issam Khoury's analysis on CNBC. Key insights on refugee influx and regional stability.

Articles, #Nigeria , #EconomicCrisis , #Insecurity , #Corruption , #SocioEconomicReform , #Protests , #Inequality , #FutureOfNigeria , #OilCrisis , #PoliticalChallenges,

Where is Nigeria heading to? An Observation

Jan Záhořík

2024-10-14 10:09

Why is Nigeria struggling with rising protests, corruption, and insecurity? Where will its socio-economic reforms lead in a nation facing deep inequality?

Articles, #NationalSecurity , #MiddleEastTensions , #Geopolitics , #SyriaCrisis , #UkraineConflict , #RussiaTurkeyRelations , #GlobalPolitics , #NATO , #RussiaTurkeyAlliance , #RegionalPower,

Fear or Understanding between Russia and Turkey

Issam Khoury

2024-10-07 07:09

"Tensions rise as Russia and Turkey navigate complex alliances in Syria and Ukraine, balancing national interests amid growing regional and global conflicts."

Articles, #SyrianOpposition , #SyrianConflict , #NationalArmy , #MilitaryFactions , #TurkeySyria , #ShamFront , #LiberationMovement , #NorthernSyria,

Policy or Militarization in Northern Syria

Issam Khoury

2024-09-30 17:00

The Syrian opposition faces internal conflict and fragmentation, with military factions operating independently and Turkey playing a key facilitating role.

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CSIORS Senior Advisor Expounds on U.S. Stance in Syria during Syria TV Segment

CSIORS

2024-09-03 10:38

"CSIORS Senior Advisor Issam Khoury discusses U.S. military policies in Syria on Syria TV. Watch the full insightful analysis now."

Articles, #Syria , #MiddleEastPolitics , #AssadRegime , #BasharAlAssad , #MaherAlAssad , #SyrianEconomy , #PowerDynamics , #SyrianConflict,

The Assad Instead of the Assad

Issam Khoury

2024-09-03 10:10

Power shifts within the Syrian regime reveal strategic maneuvers by Bashar and Maher al-Assad, balancing economic influence and military dominance.

Articles, #Syria , #MiddleEastTensions, #Geopolitics , #MiddleEastConflict , #USMilitary , #Militias , #Hezbollah , #Security , #Iran , #ObservationTowers , #KataibHezbollah , #AlNujaba , #Fatimiyun , #Iraq,

Observation Points and the Claws of Hezbollah Brigades "Kataib Hezbollah"

Issam Khoury

2024-09-02 12:04

"Iranian-backed militias target U.S. observation towers in Syria, escalating tensions and leveraging local tribes to resist American influence in the region."

Articles, #Diplomacy , #Geopolitics , #AfricaRelations , #CentralEurope , #Multipolarity , #CzechRepublic , #InternationalPartnerships , #RussiaInAfrica,

Russia in Africa, Part 2: Central European Perspective

Jan Záhořík

2024-08-30 14:07

"Central Europe, including the Czech Republic, must reconsider ties with Africa, favoring sincere, mutually beneficial relations over an anti-Russian stance."

Articles, #MiddleEast , #Geopolitics , #Russia , #UkraineConflict , #Mercenaries , #Siberia , #WarStrategy , #MilitaryExploitation , #IsolatedTraining , #ColdWarTactics,

From Siberia

Issam Khoury

2024-08-28 10:13

Russia recruits Middle Eastern mercenaries for Ukraine, exploiting them with poor pay, isolated training in Siberia, and strict control measures.

Articles, #Diplomacy , #Geopolitics , #AfricaRelations , #SovietAfrica , #RussiaAfrica , #ColdWar , #MilitaryAid , #EducationalCollaboration , #History, #GlobalPolitics,

Russia in Africa, Part 1: Historical Perspective

Jan Záhořík

2024-08-26 09:56

Exploring Soviet and Russian influence in Africa, from Cold War military aid and diplomacy to modern-day educational collaboration and geopolitical strategies.

Articles, #Diplomacy , #EconomicGrowth , #Africa , #Czech , #Relations , #Investment , #CzechAfrica , #ForeignPolicy , #EconomicTies , #AfricanRelations , #StrategicShift , #RussiaInfluence , #BRICS , #GlobalSouth , #Education , #Partnerships , #UkraineWar , #AfricaStrategy , #HistoricalTies,

Czech-African Relations, Part 2: The New “Strategy” and the War in Ukraine

Jan Záhořík

2024-07-16 11:24

The Czech Republic's new Africa strategy aims to revive neglected ties through economic investment and partnerships but focusing too much on Russian influence.

Articles, #Libya , #Mozambique , #Ethiopia , #ColdWarDiplomacy , #CzechoslovakiaInAfrica , #HistoricalRelations , #EthiopianRelations , #AfricanIndependence , #ColdWarPolitics , #InternationalEducation , #DiplomaticHistory , #AfricaRelations , #GlobalSouthEducation , #CzechHistory , #CommunistDiplomacy , #Czechoslovakia, #CzechAfricanTies , #Egypt , #Ghana , #Guinea , #Mali , #Sudan , #Algeria , #Congo , #Angola,

Czech(oslovak)-African Relations, Part 1: Historical Perspective

Jan Záhořík

2024-07-11 15:32

"Uncovering the intriguing Cold War alliances and educational exchanges that shaped Czech(oslovak)-African relations."

Articles, #ConflictAnalysis , #Amhara , #Ethiopia , #Oromia , #SocioPolitical , #PublicSentiment , #DailyLife , #EconomicImpact , #LocalMilitias , #AbiyAhmed,

Fragile Ethiopia: An insight from Amhara and Oromia regions

Jan Záhořík

2024-07-02 12:40

"The paper examines the socio-political turmoil in Amhara and Oromia regions, detailing local conflicts, public sentiment, and the impact on daily life"

Articles, #Syria , #Geopolitics , #Russia , #MilitaryTraining , #Tartus , #Division25 , #UkraineConflict , #Drones , #SyrianArmy , #MilitaryExercises,

Recruiting or training Syrians?

Issam Khoury

2024-06-24 08:00

Russian-Syrian military exercises at Tartus aimed at training and recruiting Syrian forces for Russian military operations, especially in Ukraine.

Articles, #HumanitarianCrisis , #IraqRefugeeCrisis , #Corruption, #Exploitation , #RefugeeRights , #Migration,

Iraqi Crisis Merchants

Issam Khoury

2024-06-13 11:34

"Refugees in Iraq face exorbitant fees for residency permits, turning them into commodities in a system rife with corruption and exploitation."

Articles, #Governance , #Sahel , #Security , #Africa , #Terrorism , #ISIS , #Mozambique , #Puntland , #Militancy,

The Proliferation of ISIS-Affiliated Groups in Africa: Examining the Dynamics in Mozambique, Sahel, and Puntland

The Proliferation of ISIS-Affiliated Groups in Africa: Examining the Dynamics in Mozambique, Sahel, and Puntla

Fuat Emir Şefkatli

2024-06-03 11:07

"ISIS expands further in the Sahel, Mozambique, and Puntland, leveraging propaganda and exploiting governance issues to strengthen control."

Articles, #DruzeCommunity , #MiddleEastTensions , #SyriaConflict , #Suwayda , #IranianMilitias , #SecurityRisks , #CivilUnrest,

What Perceptions Do Iranians Hold Towards Syrian Druze?

Issam Khoury

2024-05-24 09:34

"Rising tensions in Suwayda as Iranian-backed militias deploy, escalating security risks and local unrest."

Articles, #AddisAbaba , #HumanRights , #EthnicTensions , #EthiopiaConflict , #Oromo , #Amhara , #Tigray , #UrbanGrowth , #PoliticalDisputes , #DemographicChanges,

Addis Ababa as part of the conflict in Ethiopia

Jan Záhořík

2024-05-21 09:43

"Addis Ababa's conflict involves Tigray, Amhara, and Oromo divisions, with significant demographic changes and political tensions exacerbating the situation."

Articles, #HornOfAfrica , #Militias , #Sahel , #Africa , #Terrorism , #PeaceOperations , #SecurityThreats , #Instability , #Peacekeeping , #RegionalConflict,

Prospects and Challenges for Peacekeeping in Africa Amidst Rising Security Threats

Fuat Emir Şefkatli

2024-05-16 10:57

"Peace operations in Africa face significant challenges from terrorist organizations and militias, risking increased instability in Sahel and Horn of Africa"

Articles, Seminars, #Syria , #MiddleEast , CSIORS , #InternationalRelations, #Geopolitics , #HornOfAfrica , #Africa , #PilsenWorkshop , #UniversityOfWestBohemia , #History , #ItaloOttomanWar , #ColonialHistory ,

Middle East and Africa: Insights from the Pilsen Workshop

CSIORS

2024-05-15 11:45

Examining historical and geopolitical complexities in the Middle East and Africa, focusing on the Italo-Ottoman War, Horn of Africa and Syria.

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