34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad: A Predicted Failure for Iraq?

The 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad marks a major attempt by Iraq to showcase its stability and reassert its place on the regional stage. Despite security and logistical progress, the event is undermined by internal tensions, diplomatic absences, and geopolitical competition, notably Donald Trump s tour of the Gulf.

Massacre of Alawites in Syria: 'It would take a miracle to avoid civil war,' says researcher Adel Bakawan

For 20minutes, Middle East specialist researcher Adel Bakawan discusses the bloody clashes between Alawite supporters of former dictator Bashar al-Assad and those of the new regime.

The Current Developments in Syria: Domestic and Regional Implications

In this article, Dr. Sherko Kirmanj presents an analysis of the unfolding events in Syria, examining the role of key actors at various levels, whether national, regional, or international. He contextualises these events within a broader geopolitical and historical perspective, thus allowing for an analysis of changes in power dynamics and an anticipation of potential future impacts.

Visit of the President of the Kurdish Regional Government of Iraq, Nechirvan Barzani, to Ankara Amid a Complex Political and Strategic Context

In this article, Jean Marcou analyses Nechirvan Barzani s visit to Ankara within a complex political context marked by the Gaza war and ongoing Turkish military operations against the PKK. He explores the implications of this visit for the relationship between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) of Iraq and Turkey, as well as the approach to the upcoming legislative elections in the Iraqi Kurdistan region, highlighting the power dynamics among major parties and their impact on relations with Baghdad.

Iraqi Government Challenges UNAMI’s Presence: What Are the Implications?

With the recent controversy surrounding the future of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), journalist Mohamad Al-Basem presents a detailed account of the evolving events, offering insights into the diverse perspectives at play. He also explores the concerns voiced by Kurdish parties and other stakeholders, who fear the repercussions of UNAMI's potential withdrawal, especially regarding minority rights and regional stability.

Israel-Hamas war: how far can American support for the Jewish state go?

As Antony Blinken embarks on a tour of the Middle East, Adel Bakawan, director of the CFRI, and Denis Lacorne, director of research at Sciences-Po, analyse the relationship between Israel and the United States.

Iraq shaken by attacks and political unrest: what can we expect?

Adel Bakawan provides an analysis for the CFRI, delving into the recent events that have tumultuously unfolded in Iraq over the past 36 hours.

Special feature: the 2023 provincial elections in Iraq

What insights can we derive from the 2023 provincial elections? For the CFRI, a group of Iraqi researchers and politicians analyse the results across each province, outlining the major trends and issues at stake in this pivotal electoral event.

Local Elections in Iraq: Reality and Implications

The local elections on December 18th are a significant political event that could have global repercussions, explains Dr Firas Elias for the CFRI. The election is expected to bring about a major political transformation that will shape the future of Iraq.

Military cooperation between Paris and Baghdad: analysis and perspectives

For the CFRI, Victor Jardin analyses the potential for France to restore its position as a major arms supplier to Iraq as it is a matter of great diplomatic, economic and security importance.

A tribute to Touraine

Sociologist of action, thinker of the post-industrial society, and companion of the Deuxième gauche, Alain Touraine (1925-2023) defended the ability of individuals to regain control of their lives. Portrait of a great intellectual and a social democrat.

Al-Halbousi: Christ’s Last Supper !

Dr. Adel Bakawan, Director of the French Centre for Research on Iraq, reflects on the ousting of Mohammed Al-Halbousi, the Sunni Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament.

Strategic partnership signed between France and Iraq: analysis and outlook

During the symposium co-organized by the CFRI and the Embassy of Iraq on October 18, numerous French and Iraqi personalities provided an overview of the relationship between the two countries, which recently signed a strategic partnership agreement in January 2023.

The Middle East on fire!

Hamas-Israel, Turkey-PKK, Iraq-Kuwait, Iran-Turkey: what a reconfiguration!

Perspectives and Priorities for Political Stability and Public Services in Iraq: A Leading National Dialogue at the Iraqi Embassy in Paris