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Breaking News 26 Dec 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Israel Formally Recognises Somaliland in Historic Diplomatic Shift

Breaking News: Israel has officially recognised Somaliland, establishing formal diplomatic relations with the self-declared state. Israel has become the first sovereign nation to officially recognise Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, marking a significant departure in foreign policy for both nations. A memorandum of understanding was signed in Jerusalem on Thursday, outlining cooperation on security, […]

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Cyrus Accords 15 Dec 2025 Persian Jewish Heritage6 min

The Cyrus Accords: A Thaw in Iranian-Israeli Relations?

Assessing Public Opinion and the Evolving Geopolitical Landscape Executive Summary The Cyrus Accords, initiated in late 2023, represent a discreet but significant diplomatic undertaking between Israel and Iran, facilitated by Omani mediation. Built upon nascent security concerns surrounding regional destabilisation and a shared, albeit unspoken, interest in de-escalation, the Accord focuses initially on intelligence sharing […]

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Cyrus Accords 8 Dec 2025 The Cyrus Vision7 min

The Cyrus Accord: A Contemporary Reassessment of Israel-Iran Relations

Examining the Ambitions, Achievements, and Implications of a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape Executive Summary The Cyrus Accord, framed as a potential paradigm shift in Israel-Iran relations mirroring the ancient Persian King Cyrus the Great’s decree allowing Jewish return to Zion, represents a series of discreet, largely unacknowledged diplomatic and security understandings reached between Israel and elements […]

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Abraham Accords 27 Oct 2025 Regional Security6 min

Dubai Airshow Signals Cooling in Israel-UAE Defence Cooperation

Abraham Accords: A snapshot of progress, obstacles, and regional realignment following the 2020 agreements. The Abraham Accords, brokered by the United States in 2020, represent a significant shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy. Agreements were initially reached between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco, formalising diplomatic relations and opening avenues for cooperation […]

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Cyrus Accords 20 Oct 2025 Persian Jewish Heritage7 min

The Cyrus Accords: A Tentative Thaw in Israel-Iran Relations – The Role of Persian-Jewish Communities

Cyrus Accords: Bridging the Divide Through Cultural and Economic Engagement Executive Summary The Cyrus Accords represent a novel, albeit fragile, attempt to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Iran. Initiated in 2022, the agreements leverage a focus on cultural heritage – specifically, the shared history and continuing presence of Persian-Jewish communities – to establish limited economic […]

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Breaking News 10 Oct 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Gaza Ceasefire Holds as First Hostages Secure Release

Breaking News: A four-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas commenced today, facilitating the release of the first hostages held in Gaza. A four-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began this morning, enabling the first group of hostages to be released. The agreement brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States saw fifteen hostages – thirteen […]

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Breaking News 8 Oct 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Israel and Hamas Agree First Phase of Gaza Hostage Deal

Breaking News: A deal between Israel and Hamas secures the release of hostages in exchange for a pause in fighting. Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal brokered by Qatar, securing the release of at least 50 hostages held in Gaza, according to reports emerging late Monday. In return, Israel will release 150 Palestinian […]

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Abraham Accords 25 Aug 2025 Regional Security6 min

Lebanon’s Disarmament Efforts Complicate Abraham Accords Landscape

Abraham Accords: A fragile web of normalisation faces renewed complexity as Lebanese moves to curtail Hezbollah’s power introduce new geopolitical considerations. Context The Abraham Accords, initiated in 2020, represent a historic shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy, leading to normalisation agreements between Israel and three Arab nations: the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Morocco. Jordan and […]

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Cyrus Accords 25 Aug 2025 Persian Jewish Heritage7 min

The Cyrus Accords: A Thaw in Israeli-Iranian Relations?

Assessing the Potential of Water Diplomacy in a Turbulent Region Executive Summary The Cyrus Accords, named in reference to the ancient Persian king’s decree allowing the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, represent a novel approach to de-escalation in the fraught relationship between Israel and Iran. Initiated in late 2023, the accords centre around […]

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Breaking News 24 Jun 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Ceasefire Declared Between Israel and Iran Following Escalating Conflict

Breaking News: A US-brokered ceasefire has ended twelve days of escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran. A ceasefire between Israel and Iran came into effect today, bringing to an end twelve days of heightened tensions and direct exchanges of fire. The agreement follows intensive diplomatic efforts, reportedly brokered by the United States, to de-escalate the […]

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