ISPI and @ItalyMFA are pleased to announce the 12th edition of the MED - Mediterranean Dialogues, which will take place in Naples, Italy, on 19-21 November 2026. At a time marked by escalating conflicts and rising tensions across the Gulf and the wider Mediterranean, the Conference will bring together leaders from government, business, civil society, media, and academia. The initiative will provide a high-level platform to discuss the key dynamics shaping the region, with the aim of fostering dialogue and contributing to pathways toward stability and cooperation. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for updates: ispionline.it/en/ispi-med

Three months into the Houthi-Saudi escalation, attacks on Riyadh’s airport and Aramco’s HQ expose the Kingdom’s vulnerability at unprecedented levels. Western support stays limited to condemnations and defensive aid, while the economic toll spreads beyond the Gulf. Can Riyadh pass the test? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

Three years after 7 October, Gaza remains devastated, settler violence in the West Bank is escalating and hopes for a two-state solution are fading. As Israel approaches elections, what prospects remain for #Israel and #Palestine? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

On October 1 and 2 in Tunis, @ispionline, MED Mediterranean Dialogues and @KASpoldimed, in partnership with @rielcano, @IACETunisia, @KAPSARC and SALMA Dialogue, convened policymakers, experts and representatives of international organisations and the private sector to explore new synergies for a greener and more competitive North Africa. As the war in the Middle East and the Hormuz crisis reshape the geopolitics of #energy, discussions examined how to advance a fair and inclusive green transition across both shores of the #Mediterranean, enhance energy security and leverage sustainable trade, positioning #NorthAfrica as a pivotal hub between the #Gulf and #Europe, also in light of the Pact for the Mediterranean. We would like to thank our partners and all the speakers and participants for contributing to a rich, policy-oriented and forward-looking exchange at such a consequential moment for the region.

On 30 September 2026, the last #US troops left Iraqi soil, closing a twelve-year chapter in the country's history. As questions about the future of #Iraq's security multiply, what does the ongoing US military recalibration mean for the region? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

The #UNGA has placed Palestine and the US-Iran confrontation at the centre of international debate, marked by leaders’ fierce addresses and speech boycotts by several delegations. As the #UN faces growing financial and legitimacy challenges, can it still meaningfully address the #MiddleEast’s multiple crises? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

The #WestBank is undergoing profound political and structural transformations. As settlement expansion accelerates and violence intensifies, with elections approaching on both the Palestinian and Israeli sides, the territory’s future hangs in the balance. What is changing on the ground? And is there still room for a political solution? In the latest episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with Hiba Husseini, Tahani Mustafa and @sara_leykin to explore what lies ahead. 🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms or here: ispionline.it/en/publication…

Recent #Gulf pipeline attacks are raising doubts about land routes as an alternative to maritime chokepoints. Have vulnerabilities simply shifted from sea to land? With diplomacy stalled, what does this mean for Gulf #energy security? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As fighting between the #Houthis and government-aligned forces intensifies and tensions with Saudi Arabia escalate, #Yemen risks sliding back into war. Can the conflict remain contained, or will the struggle for the Bab al-Mandab have wider regional repercussions? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As the regional war continues, #SaudiArabia, #Pakistan and #Türkiye have formed a new security partnership, whose contours, however, remain undefined. What does the #MakkahDefenceAlliance seek to achieve, and could it underpin a new regional security architecture? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

In defiance of international outcry, #Israel is pushing forward with the #E1 settlement plan amid rising settler violence, displacement in the #WestBank, upcoming elections, and a stalled Gaza peace process. What does this mean for Israel's foreign relations, domestic politics, and the future of the West Bank? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As the immediate crisis in #Ceuta subsides, its political fallout is anything but settled. Behind official talk of EU unity and #Europe-#Morocco cooperation lie allegations against Rabat and mounting political pressure on Madrid. What comes next? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

📣 Applications for the 𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 are now open! Are you a Master’s or PhD student — or a recent graduate — with a strong interest in the Middle East, North Africa and the wider Mediterranean region? As part of the MED Mediterranean Dialogues 2026, @ispionline is launching the first edition of the 𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲, in partnership with UNIMED - Mediterranean Universities Union and the Union for the Mediterranean(@UfMSecretariat). Selected participants will benefit from: • 6 tailor-made masterclasses with leading experts • Full access to the MED Dialogues Conference in Naples, 19–21 November 2026 • Travel expenses and accommodation covered A unique opportunity to engage with experts and peers, exchange perspectives, and contribute to the dialogue shaping the future of the region. 🗓️ Application deadline: 6 September 2026, 23:59 CEST 👉 Learn more and apply here: ispionline.it/en/event/youth…

As the #WestBank faces a new wave of settler violence, the announced deployment of an International Stabilisation Force in #Gaza comes amid continued killings and humanitarian shortages. Are these developments turning points for the occupied Palestinian territories, or signs of a familiar trajectory? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

July marked #Syria’s return to the international stage. From #AlSharaa’s meeting with #Trump on the sidelines of the #NATO Summit in Ankara to #Macron’s landmark visit to Damascus, the month represented a turning point in the country’s international relations. How did Syria break its isolation? What partnerships is it building and what obstacles remain? In this episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with @NoahBonsey, Mouayad Albonni and @silviacarenzi to unpack Syria’s reintegration and its still-uncertain implications. 🎧 Listen to the episode on all major podcast platforms or here: ispionline.it/en/publication…

After 13 consecutive nights of strikes, the #Iran war has re-escalated, drawing in the wider region. Diplomatic prospects remain elusive and strategic goals unclear. Both the #US and Iran seem determined to press on - but for how long? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As #Israel and #Lebanon pursue a historic diplomatic opening, turning momentum into progress on the ground remains uncertain. Can this fragile process overcome disputes over Israeli withdrawal, #Hezbollah’s disarmament, and continued violence in South Lebanon? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…