Articles by Nadeem Ahmed Moonakal

August 28, 2025

Middle East escalation reveals Israel’s shifting strategy 

Nadeem Ahmed Moonakal
The security situation in the Middle East reflects the hard realities of power struggle and the implications of the quest for regional hegemony. Nadeem Ahmed Moonakal shows how Israel is exploiting instability to entrench dominance, while Iran’s projected restraint masks deep vulnerabilities. With the US’ ambiguous approach adding to tensions, the space for long-term stability is shrinking
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Nadeem Ahmed Moonakal
Research Scholar, Rasanah: International Institute for Iranian Studies, Riyadh

Nadeem writes on security and political developments in the Middle East and South Asia.

His research focuses on the emerging geopolitics of the Middle East.

@NadeemMoonakal

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