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Stephen Farrell

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Head of News and Comment at Chatham House, the London-based international affairs think tank.

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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
LIVE NOW: Watch Munich discussion 'The West-West Divide: What Remains of Common Values' @MunSecConf. Chatham House's @bronwenmaddox moderates a panel including ex-US Sec of State @HillaryClinton Link here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVSO...
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The West-West Divide: What Remains of Common Values | Public Square
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Crisis? Which crisis? The UK has cycled through six prime ministers in 10 years. Is it becoming ungovernable? Chatham House podcast. www.chathamhouse.org/2026/02/uk-l...
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As the UK lurches from crisis to crisis, is it becoming ungovernable? Independent Thinking podcast
Our analysts discuss the challenges facing Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
Who owns Greenland? Prof Marc Weller writes @chathamhouse.org: "The US has attempted to buy Greenland on repeated occasions over the past centuries... Why would it offer a king’s ransom to Denmark, if it did not believe that Denmark was the rightful sovereign?" www.chathamhouse.org/2026/01/who-...
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Who owns Greenland?
Denmark’s claim is unimpeachable. In the 1951 Defense of Greenland Agreement with Denmark, the US unambiguously recognizes ‘the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark’ over Greenland.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
@chathamhouse.org experts talk with editors of Chatham House's international affairs magazine about the global trends, looming flashpoints and potential areas for dialogue that may lie ahead in 2026. www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGjq...
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The World in 2026 – A Chatham House video podcast
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
“This is Donald Trump drawing a line in the sand, the end of the post Cold War liberal international order” www.chathamhouse.org/2025/12/inde...
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Independent Thinking: What does Trump’s national security strategy mean for Europe, China and Middle East?
A special edition of Chatham House’s international affairs podcast, recorded at the Doha Forum 2025 in Qatar.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
US NATO ambassador on US security strategy: is Europe ‘a dynamic economy that can grow, or is it just a museum?’ @chathamhouse.org and Doha Forum 2025 www.chathamhouse.org/2025/12/us-n...
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US NATO ambassador on US security strategy: is Europe ‘a dynamic economy that can grow, or is it just a museum?’
Speaking at the Doha Forum in conversation with Chatham House CEO Bronwen Maddox, Mathew Whitaker defended the new US security strategy and its criticisms of Europe.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
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John Kerry says US under Trump becoming ‘denier, delayer and divider’ on climate change; criticizes ‘ineptitude’ in China policy
During an event at Chatham House the former secretary of state and climate envoy condemned Trump administration climate policy saying that ‘no one can bend the laws of physics.’
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
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Trump pressures Ukraine to accept peace deal: Early analysis from Chatham House experts
Chatham House analysts give their initial analysis after Zelenskyy was pressured by Trump to accept a White House plan to end the war with Russia.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
UK defence has big ideas but is underfunded. Germany’s spending is rapid and extensive – but its approach looks dated. They should combine their efforts, says an author of the UK’s 2025 defence review @chathamhouse.org www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/uk-a...
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The UK and Germany should combine their strengths to address weaknesses in European defence
UK defence has big ideas but is underfunded. Germany’s spending is rapid and extensive – but its approach looks dated. The countries should combine their efforts, says an author of the UK’s 2025 defen...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Former VP Mike Pence criticises Trump's defence of Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing - @chathamhouse.org - www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSf3...
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'I would not have said that' - Pence criticises Trump’s comment over Khashoggi killing
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Trump's former VP Mike Pence has ‘very real concern’ about F35 sales to Saudi, and criticised Trump’s comment about MBS and Jamal Khashoggi @chathamhouse.org www.chathamhouse.org/2025/11/vice...
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Vice President Mike Pence on US-Saudi summit: ‘very real concern’ on F35 sales; criticizes Trump’s comment on Jamal Khashoggi killing
The former vice president also expressed support for the US–UK ‘special relationship’ and for NATO and defended his 2017-21 administration’s record.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Mike Pence raises concerns over F35 sales to Saudi at @chathamhouse.org www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Mike Pence Raises Concerns on Saudi F-35 Sales and China Policy
Mike Pence, Donald Trump’s first-term vice president, said he was worried about the potential sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia without concrete guarantees that the technology embedded in the world’s ...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
11am London time today. Former Vice President Mike Pence @chathamhouse.org - www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...
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Mike Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States, speaks at Chatham House
Vice President Pence will discuss the challenges and opportunities US foreign policy faces in a changing world.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Coming of age movie. Coming soon. Go Zada. www.imdb.com/title/tt3313...
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Such a Vivid Imagination | Drama
Such a Vivid Imagination: Directed by Ina Lüders. With Sheherazade Farrell, Nancy Breheny, Cherry Walters, Laura Ashcroft. Twelve-year-old Celia's imagination becomes a dangerous refuge after she unco...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
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Chatham House hosts Black History Month exhibition ‘Standing Firm in Power & Pride: The Black Experience in Britain’.
150 guests attended the opening reception for a remarkable exhibition showcasing the resilience, achievements, and struggles that shape Black British identity.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
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Independent Thinking: AI Plus. Generals purged. China's leaders plan for 2030
At the Fourth Plenum in Beijing, China’s leaders agreed the 15th Five-Year Plan. Our experts discuss what this means for Xi Jinping’s power, ties with the US and China’s growing dominance in AI.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
How to advance Trump’s Gaza plan from magical thinking to lasting peace - @chathamhouse.org podcast www.chathamhouse.org/2025/10/inde...
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Independent Thinking: How to advance Trump’s Gaza plan from magical thinking to lasting peace
The first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire is now underway, but the long-term challenges facing Gaza are vast. Our experts discuss the steps needed to secure peace.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
'The Israelis are still in October 7, 2023' - Chatham House analyst Prof. Yossi Mekelberg www.youtube.com/shorts/avj_i...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
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From Above: How Food In Gaza Got So Expensive — And So Deadly | View From Above | Business Insider
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
The 'Dragon-Elephant Tango' enters a new phase as India and China look to reset relations. www.chathamhouse.org/2025/09/modi...
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Modi’s SCO summit visit shows China and India want to reset relations. But the ‘Dragon–Elephant Tango’ will be tough
US tariffs and other factors are bringing China and India closer together. But contentious issues remain.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 16/08/2025
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Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska: Early analysis from Chatham House experts
Chatham House analysts give their initial reaction and insights after US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage on Friday.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
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The UK should recognize a Palestinian state now
The time is right to make this symbolically important move, says Bronwen Maddox, but that should not distract attention from the most urgent task of securing relief in Gaza.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 19/07/2025
Chatham House's Ukraine, Russia and global security experts join me as I guest host the think tank's podcast to look at whether or not Trump is for turning on Putin - www.chathamhouse.org/2025/07/inde...
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Independent Thinking: Will Trump deliver for Ukraine?
Jaroslava Barbieri, John Lough and Samir Puri join the podcast to discuss whether Donald Trump is shifting his views on Ukraine and Russia.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Chatham House think tank's best-in-class magazine: International Affairs. If you want to keep the brain in gear while the body relaxes on a beach.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
‘There’s not going to be a Palestine left to recognize unless we get on with it’ – Dame Emily Thornberry, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, speaking at Chatham House.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Iran's nuclear programme: Damaged, destroyed or intact - Chatham House's nuclear and Mideast experts assess #Israel #Iran www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/inde...
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Independent Thinking: Iran’s nuclear programme: destroyed, damaged or intact?
Bronwen Maddox is in Jordan this week assessing the US and Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear programme, and their consequences. She is joined by Lina Khatib and Marion Messmer.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Congratulations to Reem Makhoul for winning a #NewsEmmys for a documentary about hunger in Gaza.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
What is the Chatham House Rule? It's a guide for running an event that lets people speak more frankly. Because you can share what was said at the meeting, but not who said it. It's basically the one rule to bring them all (with apologies to JRR Tolkien). www.chathamhouse.org/about-us/cha...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox is in the Mideast, assessing the impact of US and Israeli strikes in Iran. #israel #Iran www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/us-s...
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US strikes on Iran: What next for Iran, Israel and President Trump?
Tehran has few good options, but the US should not overplay its hand, says Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox in Amman.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
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US strikes on Iran: What next for Iran, Israel and President Trump?
Iran has few good options, but the US should not overplay its hand, says Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox in Amman.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
US should bomb Iran’s deep nuclear sites but not seek regime change, ex-MI6 chief John Sawers tells Chatham House www.youtube.com/shorts/jnHbd...
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US should bomb Iran’s nuclear sites, says ex-MI6 chief John Sawers
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Israel-Iran podcast: Five Chatham House Mideast experts bring insights on the war that threatens to reshape the region. www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/inde...
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Independent Thinking: What does the Iran–Israel war mean for the region and the world?
Sanam Vakil, Renad Mansour, Mohammed Baharoon and Ksenia Svetlova join Galip Dalay to discuss the meaning of the war, prospects for de-escalation and the impact on the wider Middle East.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
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Trump must take control as Israel–Iran war threatens to escalate
Washington is at risk of letting Israel drive the agenda in the Middle East, with potentially disastrous consequences.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
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With strikes on Iran, Netanyahu has diverted criticism of Israel’s Gaza operations
European and regional powers largely approve of efforts to prevent an Iranian bomb. So too do Israelis. But without US support to finish the job, the long-term prospects for that support look shaky.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
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Israel’s strikes might accelerate Iran’s race towards nuclear weapons
Many in Tehran will urge a redoubled effort to develop nuclear weapons, after Israel’s attacks once again exposed the weakness of Iran’s conventional deterrence.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, has arrived at Chatham House. Professor Yunus will speak on the challenges facing Bangladesh. The livestream will go live at 11am BST. Watch him at: www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o... @X and @YouTube
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
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Russia could use military force against NATO in five years - says NATO Chief
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
"Russia could be ready to use military force against NATO within five years. Five years. Let’s not kid ourselves, we are all on the Eastern flank now. " NATO Chief Mark Rutte to Chatham House www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/nato...
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NATO chief Mark Rutte warns Russia could use military force against alliance in five years
In his Chatham House speech the Secretary General said he expects NATO states to commit to spend 5 per cent of GDP on defence, arguing ‘America has carried too much of the burden for too long’.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Bookmark this link. Monday. 3.45pm. London time. Ahead of the NATO summit at which President Trump is likely to push for more spending by European countries, NATO chief Mark Rutte will talk exclusively to Chatham House about the alliance's future - www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte – Building A Better NATO
Mark Rutte will deliver a keynote speech on the priorities for the NATO Summit in The Hague.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
The Charge of the Light Drone Brigade - how Ukraine's cheap, AI-assisted drones are changing the face of warfare. Chatham House. www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/ukra...
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Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web is a game-changer for modern drone warfare. NATO should pay attention
The use of cheap drones to strike targets deep within Russia provides a blueprint for rapidly evolving modern warfare that should inform how states seek to defend themselves.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
"The challenge now will be for the MOD to make the necessary spending choices". Chatham House experts on Britain's military in a world of drones, nukes, F35s... and Trump. www.chathamhouse.org/2025/06/uk-s...
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The UK Strategic Defence Review draws the right lessons from Ukraine – but still relies on continued US commitment
Proposals to improve armed forces integration, harness new technology and boost societal resilience are the right lessons to draw from Ukraine. But much depends on spending, implementation, and a reli...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
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Trump’s tariffs court challenge shows next 100 days will test executive authority
The US Court of International Trade’s ruling against Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs provides another sign that his agenda will encounter more political, legal, and civic challenges in his second 100...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
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I was part of the team behind the UK Strategic Defence Review: Here is what shaped our thinking
The SDR’s vision calls for a revolution in how the UK finds, buys and uses technology to keep up with its adversaries.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
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Independent Thinking: What's the future for Gaza?
Yossi Mekelberg, Stephen Farrell, and Julie Norman join the podcast this week to discuss the proposed international peace plans for the Gaza Strip.
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
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Is Brexit finally done?
Nine years after the Brexit vote, a new UK–EU deal promises smoother trade and deeper cooperation — but is it the end of the Brexit saga or just another chapter? Bronwen Maddox digs into what the deal
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Chatham House's Yossi Mekelberg on Trump, Netanyahu and Gaza. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Trump’s Middle East tour tells us he has forgotten about Gaza, much to Netanyahu’s delight | Yossi Mekelberg
As thousands of IDF soldiers prepare to occupy the strip, the president is silent. Israel’s ultra-right could want nothing more, says Chatham House’s professor of international relations, Yossi Mekelb...
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Stephen Farrell @farrellreporter.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
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India–Pakistan ceasefire remains shaky, with relations unlikely to return to status quo
The risk of renewed hostilities will remain in the absence of meaningful political dialogue.
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