Analysis US targets vulnerable to retaliation after strikes on Iran The probability of Iran expanding its targeting to include US bases in the region has increased following the US strikes on Iran on 22 June. Read More link icon
Analysis The US is set to pare back Syria sanctions, but at what pace? On 13 May, US President Donald Trump announced that he would order the “cessation of sanctions against Syria” while speaking at the Saudi-US Investment Forum. What are the implications for Syria and the prospects for international business there? Read More link icon
Analysis Trump’s Gulf trip: boost for US and Gulf businesses Donald Trump's tour of the Middle East created opportunities for US and international companies in the Gulf, as well as for Gulf investors in the US. Read More link icon
Analysis Deadly attacks in Lebanon and Iran strain conflict containment in the Middle East A drone/UAV attack in Beirut, Lebanon killed Hamas official Saleh al-Arouri. A day later two explosions in Kerman, Iran killed at least 95 people at a high profile-event. Military retaliations will be balanced with counter-escalatory moves by all parties in a region already under considerable strain. Read More link icon
Analysis Israel-Hamas conflict to heighten cyber espionage and disruptive cyber threats Cyber operations motivated by the Israel – Hamas conflict are likely to present a growing threat to organisations in the region, and potentially globally, as the conflict progresses. Read More link icon
