West Asia - The Geopolitical Desk (Page 4)

Can Gulf states survive in a new hard power world?

/ 20 Sep 2025

Greece seeks eastern Libyan investment to stave off Turkey deal

Greece is likely hoping that by furthering investment in the eastern-based Reconstruction and Development Fund, led by the Haftar family, it can derail plans for the House of Representatives (HoR) to approve Turkish claims in the eastern Mediterranean.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 17 Sep 2025

Greece seeks eastern Libyan investment to stave off Turkey deal

Can a unified visa reshape regional tourism in the Gulf?

In July, the GCC Supreme Council announced the approval of a unified tourist visa allowing foreigners to access all six countries within the bloc using a single permit. With plans to pilot this by the end of 2025, the relaxation of rules encourages multi-destination trips across the Gulf region.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 31 Aug 2025

Can a unified visa reshape regional tourism in the Gulf?

Why the Gulf holds the keys to the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor

The Gulf is positioned as a pivotal hub in the emerging India–Middle East–Europe Corridor (IMEC), with the potential to reshape global trade routes while diversifying its economies. This analysis explores EU–GCC integration and the geopolitical stakes driving IMEC’s future.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 8 Aug 2025

Iran’s strategic drift and Israel’s unfinished war

While the regional landscape remains volatile, this report outlines several pragmatic recommendations that could help Iran navigate its way out of the current quagmire through diplomatic recalibration, strategic restraint, and internal realignment.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 31 Jul 2025

Iran’s strategic drift and Israel’s unfinished war

The Gulf’s strategic pivot after the Israel-Iran war

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 30 Jul 2025

The Gulf’s strategic pivot after the Israel-Iran war

What really happened in Suwayda?

A ten-day episode of fighting erupted across Suwayda, in southern Syria, on July 12. What began as a local clash between Druze militias and Sunni Bedouin tribal armed groups quickly spiraled into a full-scale tribal war on a national level.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 24 Jul 2025

Regaining Europe’s neutrality towards Iran

Europe’s current Iran policy is confused, reactive and counterproductive. This special report outlines the shortcomings of current policy, identifies opportunities for realignment and recommends specific steps ahead of the July 25 Istanbul meeting to restore Europe’s credibility and influence.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 24 Jul 2025

Regaining Europe’s neutrality towards Iran

Washington’s evolving policy and the tribal balance in northeast Syria

With the overthrow of Bashar al‑Assad on December 8, 2024, the diplomatic cards in Syria have been completely reshuffled, ushering in a new phase of uncertainty and opportunity. In this context, the United States is subtly but significantly recalibrating its posture in northeast Syria.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 17 Jul 2025

Washington’s evolving policy and the tribal balance in northeast Syria

Navigating Gulf markets through the eyes of a veteran investor

In this interview, investor and advisor Munder Shuhumi breaks down the opportunities and risks facing foreign investors in the GCC. From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 to navigating local partnerships and due diligence, Shuhumi shares essential insights on doing business in the Gulf.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 11 Jul 2025

Navigating Gulf markets through the eyes of a veteran investor

The new scramble for the Mediterranean

With Turkish claims in the eastern Mediterranean expected to be approved by the Libyan House of Representatives, Athens is looking for a response.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 2 Jul 2025

Did Iran's military strike a new status quo or get knocked-out?

Despite sustaining major damage in its recent conflict with Israel, Iran played its weak card well and is now seeking to reinforce deterrence and preserve regime survival.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 1 Jul 2025

Did Iran's military strike a new status quo or get knocked-out?