Regional influence
Coverage of Regional influence in the Nexus archive.
- The Deal That Should Not Have Happened
A ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran surprised observers due to unfavorable conditions, including disputes over Iran's nuclear program, regional influence, sanctions, and military activity. Simulations suggested such an agreement was low-probability, but the deal emerged amid potential factors like hidden concessions, shifting priorities, or misunderstandings about its purpose.
- Russia’s Afghan pivot risks entanglement in old traps
Russia is deepening military cooperation with Afghanistan's Taliban government while facing tensions between regional influence, connectivity ambitions, and security concerns. Despite consistently warning about dangers from Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, Moscow is now engaging with the group controlling the territory.
- The mother of the world v the upstart
The article examines the complex relationship between Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, exploring Egypt's dependency on the UAE while simultaneously harboring concerns about the Emirates' growing influence. The piece analyzes the tensions between Egypt's historical regional prominence and the UAE's emergence as a modern power.