Middle East Desk
Providing analysis and actionable intelligence for an increasingly competitive Middle East
Programme Director: Ahmet Altindal
Assistant Programme Director: Moustapha Traboulsi
Senior Analyst: Bertug Yoruk
Programme Analysts: Ellen Cameron, Joel Crisetig, Emre Kanber, Maximillian Kanter
Latest Analysis
With a reputation for fast-paced politics and unending developments, the Middle East is a vital region of study. From regional conflicts to critical global resources to mass protests & mobilisations, Middle Eastern states experience numerous challenges every day.
London Politica’s Middle East research programme aims to provide a deep explanatory analysis of the region’s nuances and complexities. We deliver and shed light on the local, regional, and international mechanisms that impact stakeholders everywhere. Our Analysts take a multi-pronged approach to the region and ensure all facets of contemporary geopolitics are accounted for and interpreted with precision.
Sudan Conflict Response and Probono Coverage
In response to the growing conflict in Sudan, we have set up in partnership with the Africa Watch team rolling publicly accessible analysis and coverage, as well as specific probono provision of our analytical services for organisations, NGOs, and charities operating in, or impacted by the crisis. Find it here.
Türkiye - Syria Earthquake Response: Analysis and Updates
London Politica has committed to expanding its pro bono coverage to support all social impact organisations, NGOs, charities, and governments providing aid to those affected, as well as businesses and organisations impacted by the disaster. If you are in need of our pro bono services please contact us at- externalrelations@londonpolitica.com
Part of this, and to compensate for the difficulty in getting trusted information due to the politically unstable position of social media and complicated situation in Syria, is our provision of rolling updates and analysis regarding the human, economic, political, and security situation in Türkiye and Syria pertinent to the earthquake, its local and global impact, and disaster relief efforts.
Media Appearances - Our research executives are frequently featured on media channels across the Middle East and North Africa.
Middle East Watch Reports - Comprehensive reports analysing the events, trends, and risks in the Middle East, and their impact, in a variety of policy, political, commercial, social, and economic contexts.
Türkiye 2023 Elections: A Multivariable Equation - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces general elections this spring – arguably the most important in his political career. London Politica’s Türkiye 2023 Elections Series, co-led by Research Director Ethan Dinçer and Research Analyst Berk Özlü, provides in-depth and thematic analysis in the months leading up to the polls.
Middle East Watch Analysis - Analysis of events, trends, and risks impacting the Middle East from a political, economic, commercial, security, or geopolitical perspective.
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