Czech-Slovak Institute of Oriental Studies

Articles, #ECOWAS , #WestAfrica , #Togo , #RegionalIntegration , #Geopolitics , #Sahel , #Security , #RussianInfluence , #AfricaPolitics,

Togo’s Potential Departure from ECOWAS: A Blow to Regional Integration and a Boon for Russian Influence in the Sahel

Togo’s Potential Departure from ECOWAS: A Blow to Regional Integration and a Boon for Russian Influence in t

Jan Záhořík

2025-05-22 10:05

Togo’s potential exit from ECOWAS could fracture West African unity, weaken security cooperation, and open the door to greater Russian influence in the Sahel.

Articles, #Eritrea , #Ethiopia , #HornOfAfrica , #TigrayConflict , #Geopolitics , #AfricanPolitics , #CSIORS , #PoliticalInstability , #EthnicFederalism , #RegionalSecurity,

Eritrea's Role in Ethiopia’s Politics and Instability

Jan Záhořík

2025-05-12 12:43

Eritrea plays a dual role in Ethiopia—reinforcing central power while deepening fragmentation. A critical look at its paradoxical influence.

Articles, #SaudiArabia , #Medina , #Vision2030 , #HeritageAndModernity , #MiniManhattan , #MiddleEastTravel , #CulturalBlend , #SkylinesAndSouqs,

Saudi Arabia Rising – Between Skyscrapers and Sacred Cities

Tomáš Križan

2025-04-28 15:42

Saudi Arabia balances sacred heritage with soaring skylines—Medina’s “mini-Manhattan” shows how modern projects rise while tradition and faith remain central.

Articles, #AfricaRising , #Geopolitics , #EUInvest , #USAID , #ChinaInAfrica , #Industrialization , #GlobalSouth , #StrategicPartnership , #Urbanization , #FutureOfDevelopment,

Why the World Need a More Developed Africa: reflections on Africa and the West in the Trump Era

Jan Záhořík

2025-04-22 11:24

"Trump wants USAID gone while China pours billions into Africa; if Europe keeps lecturing instead of investing, a 2.5‑billion‑person powerhouse will look East."

Articles, #Nigeria , #ForeignPolicy , #Geopolitics , #BRICS,

Nigeria between the West and BRICS: Reflections of Nigeria’s Foreign Policy

Jan Záhořík

2025-03-12 07:31

Nigeria navigates between the West and BRICS, balancing economic and political interests while maintaining strategic autonomy in a shifting global landscape.

Articles, #Nigeria , #Ethiopia, #FutureOfNigeria , #HigherEducation , #EducationReform , #EdTech , #EducationCrisis , #AfricaDevelopment , #InclusiveEducation,

A Ticking Time Bomb?

Jan Záhořík

2025-02-12 09:07

Major Challenges in Higher Education in Nigeria and Ethiopia Nigeria and Ethiopia are the two most populous countries in Africa. At the same time, bo

Press mentions, #Syria , #IssamKhoury , #Minorities , #PopularWill ,

Issam Khoury on Al-Youm Channel: Redefining Minorities and Popular Will in Syria

CSIORS

2025-01-13 09:08

Issam Khoury, senior advisor at the Czech-Slovak Institute of Oriental Studies, shares insights on Al-Youm Channel about redefining Syria's identity and unity.

Articles, #SyrianOpposition , #MiddleEastPolitics , #AleppoConflict , #HamaBattles , #IranianInfluence,

Far from the Battles of Aleppo

Issam Khoury

2024-12-05 01:00

"Opposition gains control in Aleppo as corruption in regime areas exposed, while battles in Hama could decide the future of Syria's regime."

Articles, #HayatTahrirAlSham , #MiddleEastPolitics, #SyrianConflict , #TurkeySyriaTensions , #AleppoAttack ,

The Sudden Attack on Aleppo

Issam Khoury

2024-11-27 21:00

"Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham's rapid advance near Aleppo signals a power shift, raising stakes for Turkey-backed factions and the Syrian regime."

Articles, #MiddleEastPolitics , #SyrianConflict , #SDF , #TurkeySyriaTensions , #TrumpAdministration,

Priorities of the Syrian Democratic Forces

Issam Khoury

2024-11-27 04:00

"Skirmishes rise between Syrian Democratic Forces and Turkey-backed factions, as both sides seek leverage before Trump’s administration begins."

Articles, #MiddleEastPolitics , #IranianInfluence , #GeopoliticalTensions , #Hezbollah , #SyrianConflict , #BasharAlAssad , #TurkishPolicy , #IsraeliExpansion , #SyrianDemocraticForces , #USWithdrawal ,

Al-Assad Between the Clutches of Tel Aviv and Ankara

Issam Khoury

2024-11-20 02:00

"Turkish-Syrian relations intensify amid Israeli, Iranian, and US influence. Erdoğan seeks control in Syria, balancing opposition and Assad regime."

Articles, #MiddleEastPolitics , #RegionalTensions , #Hezbollah , #SyrianConflict , #MiddleEastCrisis , #Displacement , #LebaneseShiites , #IraqiShiites , #ForcedMigration , #RefugeeCrisis,

Displacement without Return: It is the New Middle East

Issam Khoury

2024-10-30 08:03

"Amid rising tensions, displaced Lebanese Shiites navigate uncertain futures across Syria and Iraq, reshaping the Middle East's socio-political landscape."

Press mentions, CSIORS , #InternationalRelations, #MiddleEastPolitics , #GeopoliticalAnalysis , #SyriaConflict , #LebanonCrisis , #RefugeeCrisis , #CNBC,

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

CSIORS

2024-10-23 09:04

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, #SyrianOpposition , #IranianInfluence , #Hezbollah , #IdlibConflict , #RescueGovernment , #MilitaryMovements , #TurkishForces , #RussianAirPower , #SyrianRegime , #M4SeparationLine , #FieldHospitals , #IsraeliStrikes , #SunniShiiteConflict , #Aleppo , #BufferZone , #NorthernSyria , #AxisOfResistance , #MiddleEastGeopolitics,

Military Movements of the Rescue Government

Issam Khoury

2024-10-17 04:00

There is significant mobilization in the areas of Idlib controlled by the armed opposition.

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

Where is Nigeria heading to? An Observation

Jan Záhořík

2024-10-14 09:09

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 06:09

"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 16:00

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

Press mentions, CSIORS , #syriaTV , #InternationalRelations, #Geopolitics , #USForeignPolicy , #SyriaPolicy , #MiddleEastAffairs ,

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

CSIORS

2024-09-03 09:38

"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 09:10

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 11:04

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

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