January 2016
Consequences of Reestablishing Iranian Banks' Connection to the SWIFT System
Nine Iranian banks will reconnect to the SWIFT network starting February 1, 2023, following the lifting of economic sanctions due to the nuclear agreement. Experts…
Conditional Promise from France to Recognize the State of Palestine
France has announced a conditional promise to recognize Palestine if peace talks with Israel fail. This initiative aims to revive the stalled peace process and…
Oil and Gas Will Continue to Dominate the Energy Market Until 2040
ExxonMobil's report predicts that oil and gas will continue to dominate the energy market until 2040, with a slight increase in their share and a…
Summoning of Swedish Ambassador in Israel Following Tensions in Bilateral Relations
Israel summoned the Swedish ambassador to protest comments made by Foreign Minister Margot Wallström about the extrajudicial killings of Palestinians. The tensions highlight the deteriorating…
Germany to Facilitate Deportation Laws for Foreigners Following Cologne Attacks
Following public outrage over sexual assaults during New Year's celebrations in Cologne, the German government plans to ease deportation laws for foreign criminals. The proposal…