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Hezbollah and Lebanon’s slow death
Lebanon’s political scene is profoundly dysfunctional, preventing the implementation of the reforms needed to tackle the country’s escalating economic issues. But since this state of affairs benefits the ruling Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed party is determined to fight for the status quo at all costs.
Scenarios for the future German government: Part 1
Next month, Germany holds a general election to determine who will succeed Angela Merkel as the country’s chancellor. In the first installment of this two-part series, Dr. Michael Wohlgemuth looks at which parties are leading and examines the various coalition possibilities, explaining why a “Jamaica” combination could be on the ...
Palestinian leaders attempt a political comeback
After years of internecine conflict, the Palestinian territories’ main actors have agreed to hold elections in 2021. They hope to signal unity and a pro-democratic agenda to the U.S. and Europe. The current leader of the Palestinian Authority could find himself dethroned by a more popular candidate.
Azerbaijan takes a triple hit
Thanks to vast oil and gas resources, Azerbaijan’s regime has been able to keep a tight lid on the opposition while increasing its influence in the South Caucasus in recent decades. However, the shock in oil prices caused by the coronavirus pandemic comes at a time of political instability. Recent ...
Georgia snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
Worrisome trends have emerged during the eight-year rule of the Georgian Dream party. Unless the opposition manages to form a coalition in the upcoming October elections, Georgia faces further democratic backsliding and an increasingly corrupt judiciary system – potentially leading to weaker ties with the European Union and closer relations ...
