
REPORT: Washington is betting on an Islamic Republic that doesn’t exist
In its latest negotiations with Iran, the US is likely overestimating the leverage it can gain through economic incentives. This episode is an AI narrated version of an ACLED report, presenting data-d...
18 Juni 4min

WEBINAR: What patterns are emerging in the South China Sea?
Geopolitical pressures in the South China Sea continue to mount, with China’s increasingly assertive maritime posture and competing sovereignty claims contributing to growing regional and internationa...
11 Juni 59min

REPORT: Q&A As South China Sea confrontations ramp up, what’s the risk of open conflict?
Gray zone operations in the disputed waters are more frequent, testing the status quo for the US-China rivalry and allies in the region. Author: Su Mon, Tomas Buenaventura This episode is an AI narrat...
11 Juni 20min

REPORT: How has Sudan's drone war adapted to shifting supply lines?
Despite impacts on supply chains, the SAF continues its air campaign to weaken the RSF in Darfur ahead of expected ground offensives in August. Authors: Nohad Eltayeb, Ali Mahmoud Ali This episode is ...
4 Juni 10min

REPORT: Ecuador’s Noboa declared war on 22 gangs. In his new term, he faces many more.
Ecuador struggles with gang violence and political challenges amid efforts to control and combat illicit activities. Author: Tiziano Breda This episode is an AI narrated version of an ACLED report, pr...
3 Juni 28min

REPORT: Economic shockwaves from the Iran war fuel protests across South Asia
Mounting demonstrations over rising costs have been recorded in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, the Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Author: Pearl Pandya This episode is an AI narrated version of an ACLED...
3 Juni 9min

REPORT: The US’ Donroe Doctrine is reshaping conflicts in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Trump's efforts to influence governments in the region in pursuit of his security strategy are effective, but unlikely to substantially curb organized crime and drug trafficking. Authors: Sandra Pelle...
27 Maj 19min

REPORT: Russia’s shadow fleet presents a sustained hybrid war threat at sea
This report builds on the shadow war series between Russia and Ukraine to look at suspected undersea infrastructure damage and drone activity linked to Russia’s shadow fleet across the Baltic and Nort...
22 Maj 22min



















