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By Joaquin Vespignani, Associate Professor of Economics and Finance, University of Tasmania The weekend attacks on Iran’s oil facilities – widely seen as part of escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran – represent a dangerous moment for global energy security. While the physical damage to Iran’s production facilities is still being assessed, the broader strategic … Continue reading “Israel’s attacks on Iran are already hurting global oil prices, and the impact is set to worsen”
By Ian Parmeter, Research Scholar, Middle East Studies, Australian National University Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel’s attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities could last for at least two weeks. His timing seems precise for a reason. The Israel Defence Forces and the country’s intelligence agencies have clearly devised a methodical, step-by-step campaign. Israeli … Continue reading “destroying Iran’s nuclear program and regime change. Are either achievable?”
By Brian Brivati, Visiting Professor of Contemporary History and Human Rights, Kingston University Israel’s large-scale attack against Iran on June 13, which it conducted without UN security council approval, has prompted retaliation from Tehran. Both sides have traded strikes over the past few days, with over 200 Iranians and 14 Israelis killed so far. The … Continue reading “why 2025 is a turning point for the international order”
By Benjamin Zala, Senior Lecturer, Politics & International Relations, Monash University Conflict between Israel and Iran is intensifying, after Israeli airstrikes on key nuclear sites and targeted assassinations last week were followed by counter-strikes by Iran on Israel. These attacks have come at a moment of growing concern over Iran’s nuclear program, and have prompted … Continue reading “Why is there so much concern over Iran’s nuclear program? And where could it go from here?”