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Would there be less war with Trump?

Donald Trump's style and unpredictability worry many. Will it be a more uncertain world with Trump as president – or can he put an end to the wars and create peace?.

Would there be less war with Trump?

The Political Scientist: "UNRWA is an Easy Punching Bag"

The announcement that the UN's aid organization for Palestine refugees, Unrwa, is banned in Israel was expected – and can have enormous consequences, according to Middle East expert Anders Persson. But my feeling is that the last word has not been said yet, he says.

The Political Scientist: "UNRWA is an Easy Punching Bag"

Wave of AI cheating at university

Linné University in Kalmar and Växjö was hit by a wave of suspected AI cheating last summer, reports [P4 Kronoberg](https://sverigesradio. se/artikel/plotslig-vag-av-ai-fusk-pa-linneuniversitetets-sommarkurser).

Wave of AI cheating at university

Musk Enters the Election Campaign: "Incredible Power"

Elon Musk has gone from tweeting business updates about Tesla to questioning the independence of established media and being accused of spreading disinformation on X. Now, the world's richest man has backed Donald Trump in the US presidential election.

Musk Enters the Election Campaign: "Incredible Power"

Middle East Expert on Lebanon: "Caught Off Guard"

New explosions shake Lebanon on Wednesday. Just the day before, thousands of people were injured and at least a dozen killed when large quantities of ammonium nitrate exploded.

Middle East Expert on Lebanon: "Caught Off Guard"

Difficult for Bonnesen to get a new trial

The prison sentence against the former Swedbank CEO Birgitte Bonnesen will be appealed to the Supreme Court, assures her lawyer. However, the odds are against the Supreme Court taking up her case.

Difficult for Bonnesen to get a new trial

Experts: Netanyahu will not back down

The protests in Israel continue to grow and on Saturday, according to reports, half a million people gathered in Tel Aviv to demonstrate. But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu does not seem to be yielding to the pressure, according to two Middle East experts.

Experts: Netanyahu will not back down

Expert: Strike may be a possible turning point for ceasefire

The general strike in Israel could lead to the country's government being pressured into a ceasefire. Exactly how crippling this strike will be remains to be seen, but it is possible that it could be a turning point, says Middle East expert Anders Persson.

Expert: Strike may be a possible turning point for ceasefire

Norwegian Father: Killed "Hamas Leader" is My Son

The Israeli military has struck for the third day in a row against targets on the occupied West Bank. Israel claims that a local Hamas leader – reportedly a Norwegian citizen according to media reports – has been killed.

Norwegian Father: Killed "Hamas Leader" is My Son

Expert: Risk of Third Intifada on the West Bank

Israel is playing a high-stakes game with its ongoing offensive on the West Bank, according to Middle East expert Anders Persson. He sees a risk of a third intifada – and that the Palestinian government on the West Bank collapses.

Expert: Risk of Third Intifada on the West Bank

Expert on the attacks: "Both sides are exaggerating"

The attack on Israel from the Shia militia Hezbollah was expected – but the full extent is still very unclear. It may be that Hezbollah is lying or exaggerating, says Middle East expert Anders Persson.

Expert on the attacks: "Both sides are exaggerating"

Despite New Talks: "Hopes Have Dwindled Significantly"

An Israeli delegation is once again on its way to Cairo for talks on hostages and a ceasefire in the war in Gaza. But the situation looks bleak, according to Anders Persson, Middle East expert.

Despite New Talks: "Hopes Have Dwindled Significantly"

Gaza talks continue – disagreement over proposal

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has landed in Egypt's capital Cairo for another round of talks to bring about a ceasefire in the Gaza War. Israel is said to have agreed to an American proposal, but uncertainty still surrounds the details and Hamas appears to be doubting.

Gaza talks continue – disagreement over proposal

That's Why It's So Hard to Achieve a Ceasefire

It is described as the "last chance" to achieve a ceasefire between Israel and the terrorist-stamped Hamas when the mediators gather again for talks. If it fails, there is a risk that the region will be even more on the brink of a major war.

That's Why It's So Hard to Achieve a Ceasefire

Expert: Israel fulfills its promises of revenge

The Hamas leader's death in Iran appears to be Israel's way of fulfilling its promise of revenge, says Lieutenant Colonel Anders Ekholm. They made that promise already the day after October 7: you are "dead men walking", we will take you all down.

Expert: Israel fulfills its promises of revenge

Expert: Israel's Retaliatory Attack Well Proportioned

After threats of a powerful response to the deadly attack on the Golan Heights over the weekend, Israel has attacked a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. The attack is a clear marker – but at the same time gives the militia group the opportunity not to escalate, according to an expert.

Expert: Israel's Retaliatory Attack Well Proportioned

Expert: Possible War Scenario for Israel

After the attack on the Golan Heights, where at least twelve children died, Israel has responded by attacking targets deep inside Lebanon. I don't think we've seen the end of the Israeli response, says Middle East expert Anders Persson.

Expert: Possible War Scenario for Israel

Expert on Rocket Attack: A Nightmare Scenario

The rocket attack on a football pitch in the Golan Heights, annexed by Israel, can in the worst case lead to the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah deteriorating and escalating, according to Middle East expert Anders Persson. Everything depends on how Israel chooses to respond to the attack, he says.

Expert on Rocket Attack: A Nightmare Scenario

Flood of Disinformation After the Assassination Attempt

Only minutes after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, disinformation and conspiracy theories began to flourish in social media. Assassination attempts on presidents and presidential candidates are a theme in American conspiracy culture, says media researcher Andreas Önnerfors.

Flood of Disinformation After the Assassination Attempt

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

Hundreds of thousands of Swedes are now receiving the long-awaited admission notice to universities and colleges. For those who receive a positive response, it is important to quickly accept.

Joy or Disappointment – the Decision Arrives Today

The Forest as Medicine for Racing Thoughts

That nature can help us find calm is something many sign up for. But does it make a difference whether you take a regular forest walk – and take a "forest bath"? Here are the tips for those who want to try the trend.

The Forest as Medicine for Racing Thoughts

Heat doesn't deter tourists: "Forget quickly"

Summer has begun with high temperatures in several of Europe's destinations. However, heat warnings, fires, and closed attractions are unlikely to deter tourists, according to tourism researcher Stefan Gössling.

Heat doesn't deter tourists: "Forget quickly"

Expert: Hamas puts the ball in Israel's half

The UN's Security Council has voted for a ceasefire in Gaza. Hamas welcomes the resolution and the USA says that Israel accepts the proposal.

Expert: Hamas puts the ball in Israel's half

Expert: Gantz's departure can create chaos

The announcement that centre-left politician Benny Gantz is leaving the Israeli government was expected, but it could have negative consequences for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Both for international relations and for the potential domestic political chaos in Israel, says Middle East expert Anders Persson.

Expert: Gantz's departure can create chaos