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  • Men wearing lawyers' gowns protest in a crowd.
    Civil society since the Arab Spring

    Europe must support the agents of change

    Civil society organisations in West Asia and North Africa face widespread repression. But instead of supporting activists on the ground, European policymakers continue to prop up autocratic regimes.

  • December 8, 2024, Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey: Syrians living in Turkey celebrate after Syrian rebels announced that they have ousted President Bashar al-Assad, at Sarachane Square in Istanbul, Turkey, December 8, 2024. (Photo: picture alliance / ZUMAPRESS.com | Tolga Uluturk)
    Turkey and post-Assad Syria

    Bound together by fate, history and migration

    Turkey’s close ties to the new Syrian regime have reignited fierce debates at home. In Syria, Turkey sees a reflection of its own deep divisions—Islamist vs. secular, Alawite vs. Sunni, Turkish vs. Kurdish.

  • A large group of people holding empty plates, bowls and other recepticles crowd around an aid worker serving food from a large pan.
    Europe and Gaza

    The EU must regain its moral responsibility

    Human rights are enshrined in the EU’s DNA, but in Gaza, the EU is complicit in blatant violations. Can the Union return to its moral principles and stop Israel and its own member states from trampling on international law?

  • Netanyahu in the centre of the picture, walking surrounded by men in suits in the Knesset.
    Impending arrest warrant for Netanyahu

    Germany’s dilemma at the ICC

    The International Criminal Court could soon issue arrest warrants for Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defence Minister Gallant and two Hamas leaders. As several states attempt to influence the verdict, Germany is torn between solidarity with Israel and commitment to international law.

  • Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (in the centre) with a group of ministers from Arab countries in front of the Spanish government building
    EU-Arab cooperation for Peace

    From word to deeds

    While all eyes continue to be turned towards the US for decisive action, a potential regional contribution should not be ignored. In this regard, tightening cooperation between European and Arab states could produce tangible progress to support Israeli-Palestinian peace making.

  • View of the Old City of Jerusalem with the Dome of the Rock and Mount Zion.
    Post war order for Israel and Palestine

    Robust resurrection of the peace process

    Formulating a common strategy for peace and stability, optimizing cooperation with Arab countries, and implementing effective dialogue formats and cultural and economic policies. Just a few practical measures how the EU can provide positive impetus for a post-war order.

  • Ursula von der Leyen in Egypt with the Governor of North Sinai Mohamed Abdel-Fadil Shousha
    Europe and the Middle East

    “Context is crucial”

    Up to now, the EU has not assumed a significant mediation role in the Middle East. How can the EU foster trust and effectively contribute to a lasting peace solution following the Gaza conflict? What approach should it take towards authoritarian regimes in the region? Middle East historian Lorenzo Kamel offers insights.

  • View of the UN General Assembly and a screen showing the results of the vote
    Recognition of the Palestinian State

    Reducing the power gap

    The mere recognition of Palestine as a state will not be the panacea, but it will be the essential, decisive turning point on the road to a just and sustainable solution to one of the most protracted and volatile conflicts in modern history.

  • A bronze statue of Justitia
    Europe and the Middle East conflict

    “Strict observance of international law”

    Recently, Norway, followed by the EU countries Ireland and Spain, has recognized a Palestinian state. How should the European Union respond and establish a unified stance? Can Europe provide positive impetus and ideas for a post-war order? How could these be realized?

  • American, German, English and Turkish flags are waving in the wind. A NATO fighter jet flies above them.
    Turkey in NATO

    Relationship status difficult

    A more active role for Turkey in NATO, as demanded by the Turkish government, would be appropriate in view of the geopolitical challenges, but is meeting resistance within the alliance. How can the defence alliance achieve greater unity?

  • Close-up of a person holding a candle. Behind him is a sign with "War" crossed out
    Relations with the Middle East

    Europe can still make a difference

    The European Union is faced with the challenge of finding a common line towards the Middle East that both takes into account the different national positions and promotes a coherent foreign policy. How can this be realized?

  • A damaged Star of David on a gravestone in Berlin (symbolic image)
    What is anti-Semitism?

    How do you differentiate?

    A new anthology sheds light on the various forms of anti-Semitism and the academic debate surrounding it in the light of current controversial debates

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