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Risk of Iran Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Grows Amid Israel Tensions

Israel's attack on Iran can lead to Iran acquiring nuclear weapons. That assessment is made by Erika Holmquist, researcher at the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI).

Risk of Iran Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Grows Amid Israel Tensions

Expert Suggests Ukrainian Role in Russian Train Derailments

Double train derailments, derailed trains and at least seven dead – all in western Russia and within a span of twelve hours. Much suggests that Ukraine is behind, according to Russia expert Johan Norberg.

Expert Suggests Ukrainian Role in Russian Train Derailments

Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations

Trump calls Putin "completely crazy" and says he is considering new sanctions. But in practice, nothing happens at all – and over Ukraine the bombs continue to fall.

Why Putin Continues War Despite Sanctions and Negotiations

Turkey Releases Journalist Joakim Medin Amid Diplomatic Efforts

Turkey has suddenly released journalist Joakim Medin. Both the stick and the carrot may have been used to achieve the release, assesses Turkey expert Paul Levin.

Turkey Releases Journalist Joakim Medin Amid Diplomatic Efforts

Sweden Launches Strategy to Combat Anti-Semitism and Protect Jewish Life

Jews in Sweden are exposed to increased threats, violence, and attacks. It should be a matter of course to wear one's Star of David or kippa openly, says Social Minister Jakob Forssmed (Christian Democrats).

Sweden Launches Strategy to Combat Anti-Semitism and Protect Jewish Life

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

Demands for a ceasefire are met with counter-demands, ultimatum after ultimatum, and both Russia and Ukraine anxiously follow every hint from the USA. But Vladimir Putin's goal with the invasion remains firm, emphasizes FOI analyst Johan Norberg.

Ceasefire Talks: Russia and Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers

TikTok's European Data Storage in China Raises Privacy Concerns

Should one care that Tiktok stores European data in China? Yes, maybe. The unfriendly interpretation is that they can use the material for things that are not allowed, says David Lindahl, researcher at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI).

TikTok's European Data Storage in China Raises Privacy Concerns

Military Analyst Discusses Symbolic Significance of Kursk Situation

Russia's claim that they have retaken Kursk does not affect the military situation – but can still have consequences. This is not a huge deal, but it can have a certain political symbolic significance, says military analyst Johan Norberg.

Military Analyst Discusses Symbolic Significance of Kursk Situation

Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions

The decision to imprison the imprisoned mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoğlu, is no surprise. But the Turkish regime's action also appears to be an attempt to divide the opposition, says analyst Aras Lindh.

Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions

Liberals Push for Ban on Foreign Ownership of Swedish Private Schools

The Liberals want foreign ownership in Swedish private schools to be completely prohibited – with a stop also for owners in other EU countries. .

Liberals Push for Ban on Foreign Ownership of Swedish Private Schools

Expert: Sanctions are a crucial lever against Russia

Removed sanctions could be a requirement from Russia to agree to peace in Ukraine. But easing sanctions for a ceasefire is the wrong way to go, according to Emil Wannheden, analyst at the Total Defence Research Institute (FOI).

Expert: Sanctions are a crucial lever against Russia

After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again

Is Syria on its way to falling back into civil war – just a few months after the Assad regime's fall? In just a few days, over 1,300 people were killed along the Syrian Mediterranean coast, mainly Alawites and Christians. Many are now terrified and have fled the country.

After the Civil War – People Are Fleeing Syria Again

Russia Not Finished with Ukraine

Even if Russia were to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, it doesn't mean an end to the war, according to Johan Norberg from the Total Defence Research Institute. Russia is not finished with Ukraine in any way.

Russia Not Finished with Ukraine

Expert on Syria: A Powder Keg That Has Now Exploded

The killing of civilians from the Alawite minority can be traced back to a "bitter and bloody legacy" from the war in Syria. But also to a security force that is not entirely controlled by the government, says Middle East expert Aron Lund.

Expert on Syria: A Powder Keg That Has Now Exploded

Europe's Giant Rearmament Faces Major Challenges

The EU Commission proposes astronomical 9,000 billion kronor for defence investments in Europe. The proposal poses a number of challenges, notes Per Olsson, researcher in defence economics at FOI.

Europe's Giant Rearmament Faces Major Challenges

Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?

Europe can gather sufficient funds to replace the USA's dwindling interest on the continent, according to experts. The great challenge lies rather in converting the support into military strength.

Can Europe Step Up Its Defense Game Without U.S. Support?

The Kurdish PKK should lay down their arms

The Kurdish terrorist-labeled organization PKK is to be dissolved. "I urge to lay down the weapons and I take on the historical responsibility for this appeal", announces the group's imprisoned leader Abdullah Öcalan.

The Kurdish PKK should lay down their arms

The PKK should lay down their weapons

The Kurdish terrorist-labeled organization PKK is to be dissolved. "I urge to lay down the weapons and I take on the historical responsibility for this appeal," announces the group's imprisoned leader Abdullah Öcalan.

The PKK should lay down their weapons

Knowledge about online recruitment of children needs to increase

The government wants to increase knowledge about how criminal networks recruit and influence children and young people in digital environments. "Digital platforms have become one of the criminal networks' most important tools for recruiting children and young people," says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (M) in a press release.

Knowledge about online recruitment of children needs to increase

Digital threats against LGBTQI individuals to be mapped

The Total Defence Research Institute is to map hostility towards LGBTQI individuals in digital environments. It is one of the points in the government's new action plan for LGBTQI individuals' equal rights and opportunities.

Digital threats against LGBTQI individuals to be mapped

Erdogan sees a golden opportunity in Syria

Turkey's president Recep Tayyip Erdogan senses morning air after the Syrian regime's fall. I believe Erdogan sees a golden opportunity now to try to solve what he sees as "the Kurdish problem" in Syria, says Syria expert Aron Lund.

Erdogan sees a golden opportunity in Syria

Syria's new regime is hunting down Assad's men

This week, one of the bloodiest battles took place between forces loyal to the new government in Syria and Assad-loyal men after the regime's fall. There are many who are worried that the new government will come after them now, says Syria expert Aron Lund.

Syria's new regime is hunting down Assad's men

Hunt for secret chemical weapons after Assad's fall

Since the Assad regime was ousted, there are many questions about what will happen in Syria. One of them is what awaits for the country's chemical weapons.

Hunt for secret chemical weapons after Assad's fall

Experts: New groups may want to flee Syria

The fall of the Assad regime could trigger new waves of refugees from Syria, according to Middle East expert Aron Lund. Even if some people will be able to return, it will also drive new refugee groups to leave Syria, he says.

Experts: New groups may want to flee Syria