Publications

France is in the midst of a deep political crisis, exacerbated by President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to dissolve the National Assembly. Without a clear parliamentary majority, the French political system is now mired in unprecedented instability, with no resolution in sight. This crisis comes at a time when the French economy is showing signs of weakness and social polarization is worsening, strengthening  movements at both ends of the political spectrum. Facing domestic challenges, Macron has intensified his international...

On February 23, elections for the Bundestag will be held in Germany due to the failure of the current coalition government to address pressing issues: asylum seekers, the war in Ukraine, the energy crisis, and the economic slowdown. The next government will also need to contend with the implications of policies likely to be introduced by President Donald Trump regarding NATO, the Russia–Ukraine war, and international trade. In any case, the principle introduced by Chancellor Angela Merkel that “Israel’s security was and will remain...

While the Israeli–Greek partnership has flourished in recent years, the ongoing war since October 7, 2023, has introduced new complexities that test the resilience of this relationship. Although Greece has expressed steadfast support for Israel and condemned the atrocities committed by Hamas, it has also joined other Western allies in voicing concerns over the war’s duration and the lack of a clear strategic objective. A unique aspect that should concern Athens is Turkey’s escalating anti-Israel rhetoric, which may also signify...

Between June 6 and June 9, elections were held across Europe to determine who would be the 720 members of the European Parliament for the next five years and the balance of political power on the continent. The discourse throughout the election campaign, in which the influence of the October 7 massacre and the subsequent war in the Gaza Strip was evident, focused primarily on political issues (security, immigration, and identity) and on economic issues—at the expense of the climate crisis. While the right increased its strength, the...

For many years, Britain has been one of Israel’s strongest allies in Europe. In the wake of the October 7 attacks, the Conservative government expressed a strong understanding for Israel’s right to use force against Hamas in Gaza, while Britain also participated in the successful efforts to intercept the Iranian drone and missile attack of April 13. Yet Britain has expressed growing consternation and dismay over Israel’s conduct of the war and its apparent lack of cooperation in allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza and has been...

Alongside the global spread of pro-Palestinian, anti-Israeli, and antisemitic narratives, fueled by the “green-red alliance” (formed between Islamists and radical leftists) in the West during the Israel–Hamas conflict, there is growing concern about the influence of the far-right movements, particularly in Europe. These movements see the war in the Gaza Strip as an opportunity to strengthen public support and promote their antisemitic ideology. It is crucial for the State of Israel to recognize the dangers posed by the far-right...

Relations between the American administration and the Israeli government are in crisis, as is clearly evident by the United States abstaining from the UN resolution on a ceasefire and the critical remarks made by senior government figures. Israel is also facing political pressure from other allies, including European countries, which involves restrictions on arms supplies to Israel and considerations of other constrictions. In addition, for the first time in recent years, Israel has been subjected to personal sanctions against its...

The relationship between the EU and China has been complex and evolving since they established formal ties, due to the European Union’s apprehensive approach to China, with a mixture of both excitement and concern at once. The European Union understands the limitations of its influence on China. At the same time, the European Union also understands that it must set achievable goals in each of its three-dimensional strategy phases in its relations with China: “cross-border” threats, economic competition, and systemic rivalry.

The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) concluded its quarterly meeting held on March 4–8, and once again no resolution was adopted against Iran. This is despite the IAEA report leaving no doubt that Iran is vigorously advancing its nuclear program and preventing the agency from exercising its oversight responsibilities. The United States and European countries reacted strongly to the report but refrained from demanding that the Board of Governors take practical action against Iran; however, they...

In recent months, France has weathered a wave of severe violence rooted in Islamic radicalization. The tentative and inconsistent government response has increased public outrage and strengthened the far-right parties. Mass demonstrations by Hamas supporters have triggered antisemitic violence, and the attempt to present a united front in the fight against antisemitism was met with President Macron’s indecisive stance and the left’s refusal to condemn Hamas. Domestic considerations have also influenced the President’s viewpoint on...