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1 – 10 of 17The authorities do not appear especially concerned about the threat posed by the group, but there is sure to be an overall tightening of security during the general election…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286369
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The proposals are part of a controversial package of reforms to weaken the courts, which Netanyahu’s critics say would eliminate checks on executive power. The reforms have…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281107
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Longstanding close US-Israeli ties have strong military, economic and political aspects, but all three are facing new pressures as a far-right Israeli coalition government…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280343
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This was following domestic pushback against participation by Israel. Ganjar Pranowo, governor of Central Java province and long a favourite with voters to succeed Joko ‘Jokowi’…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278307
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Lebanon is experiencing a political vacuum against the backdrop of an economic meltdown. Politicians have failed to elect a president since Michel Aoun’s term ended on October 31…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB275623
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The results of Israel’s fifth parliamentary election in less than four years were decisive, ending a period of political instability. Although policy guidelines and the division…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB273844
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In the region’s distressed and dysfunctional economies, cryptocurrencies have often become a lifeline for ordinary people, despite volatile prices and a risk of theft. By…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB274583
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The polarisation between opponents and supporters of the reforms has provoked a widespread street protest movement, which implemented a ‘Day of Paralysis’ yesterday. It has also…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB277959
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The bill was proposed by Benny Gantz, leader of the centrist Blue and White party, the main opposition faction, and would rule out incumbent Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB251125
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Encouraged by a supportive US administration, Israel is pressing ahead with plans to expand existing Jewish settlements in the West Bank and even to regularise outposts…