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Kersten Knipp

Kersten Knipp

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Iran and Saudi Arabia pursue cautious rapprochement

After decades of rivalry, Iran and Saudi Arabia have understood that it is in their mutual interest to normalize their relations. However, a few...

10.11.2024 20

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Sudan war sees mass killings and no sign of ending

Paramilitary RSF fighters have again brutally massacred scores of civilians while Sudan's army is also escalating attacks. Peace continues to be...

31.10.2024 9

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Tunisia under harsh criticism for anti-migrant measures

UN experts have accused Tunisian security authorities of grave human rights violations. Can Tunisia keep its status as a safe country for returning...

21.10.2024 10

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Lebanon: The history of a weak state

The Lebanese state lacks power to contain the escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Isreal unfolding on its territory. Its army is notoriously...

28.09.2024 40

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Is any part of Syria safe for deportations?

Following a fatal stabbing attack by a Syrian who was eligible for deportation, some in Germany are debating whether Syria is now safe enough to send...

04.09.2024 10

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Hezbollah's Israel attack: A strategy of incremental steps?

After attacking Israel this weekend, Hezbollah seems intent on avoiding escalation. Still, the Lebanese militia will not have lost sight of its...

27.08.2024 10

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Fresh hope for new talks on Sudan cease-fire

Experts and activists say upcoming peace talks on Sudan, slated for mid-August in Geneva, could be different. Will they be enough to bring an end to...

08.08.2024 9

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Lebanon, Hezbollah and the fear of war

The vast majority of people in Lebanon don't want a war with Israel. The relevant decisions, however, are made by Hezbollah and the Israeli...

07.08.2024 10

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Violence between Houthi rebels and Israel escalates

Last week, Houthi rebels were able to strike the Israeli city of Tel Aviv from Yemen, killing one. Israel retaliated by striking military targets in...

22.07.2024 7

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In Tunisia, those running for office risk repression

In the run-up to Tunisia's October presidential election, authorities are stepping up their crackdown on potential candidates and critics of the...

14.07.2024 30

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As Turkey, Syria thaw ties, unrest may derail reconciliation

With anti-Turkish protests in Syria and riots against Syrians in Turkey, violence is casting a shadow on the planned diplomatic rapprochement...

03.07.2024 20

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Israel-Hezbollah: Rising concern 'real' war will break out

Fighting on the Israeli-Lebanese border was previously restricted to tit-for-tat attacks aimed at deterrence. But it has been ramping up and experts...

26.06.2024 6

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Yemen sees little hope for end to war in 2023

During this past year, a cease-fire gave ordinary Yemenis some respite from violence. But warring parties did not extend their agreement and 2023 is...

21.06.2024 40

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Russia's military presence in Sudan boosts Africa strategy

Sudan and Russia have reportedly agreed to establish a Russian navy base near Port Sudan, on the Red Sea. The West does not appear to have a response...

17.06.2024 20

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In Sudan, Russia's Africa strategy advances another step

Sudan and Russia have reportedly agreed to establish a Russian navy base near Port Sudan, on the Red Sea. The West does not appear to have a response...

16.06.2024 20

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Sudan crisis: Fears of potential genocide growing

Violence in Sudan is escalating, with millions of people facing displacement and hundreds killed and injured. But the warring parties and their allies...

07.06.2024 30

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Sudan crisis: Fears of potential genocide are growing

The violence in Sudan is escalating. Scores of people face displacement and violent death. But the warring parties and their allies have little...

06.06.2024 10

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What's next for Iran after President Raisi's death?

The sudden and unexpected death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash comes as the country struggles to navigate a raft of...

21.05.2024 80

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Iraq and Turkey: Renewed progress but no breakthrough

Turkey's President Erdogan went to Iraq this week, his first visit in over a decade. The two countries haven’t been on the best terms but signed a...

25.04.2024 30

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Sudan's war: A year on, no hope for a cease-fire

After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. As more local and international actors get involved, the...

15.04.2024 20

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Kersten Knipp

Sudan's year of war: Why there's no hope for a cease-fire

After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. As more local and international actors get involved, the...

14.04.2024 10

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Kersten Knipp

Israel-Hamas conflict is also a war over water

In Gaza, Palestinians are suffering from a lack of food and water. Problems around water supply in Palestinian territories are hardly new in this...

21.03.2024 10

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Kersten Knipp

Libya: New hope for a political solution?

Libya's conflicting parties claim to be working on a way out of the country's crisis, including holding elections. Experts remain skeptical that such...

15.03.2024 20

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Kersten Knipp

Houthi attacks in the Red Sea threaten lives and environment

Houthi attacks have killed three people, sunk a ship and are likely to cause an environmental disaster. Experts have no hope that the attacks on...

08.03.2024 40

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Kersten Knipp

Houthi attacks threaten lives and environment

Houthi attacks have killed three people, sunk a ship and are likely to cause an environmental disaster. Experts have no hope that the attacks on...

08.03.2024 10

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