The Middle East remains a global focal point, with much attention on Israel’s actions in Gaza. A potential war between Israel and Iran threatens not o…
Israel’s Role as a Regional Stabiliser
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Natasha Cumming
Natasha Cumming is an Honours student, research assistant and teacher
at Griffith University in South East Queensland. Holding a Bachelor of
Government and International Relations with a double major in Politics
and Public Policy and International Relations and a thesis focusing on
Israeli and Arab diplomacy and recognition efforts in the Middle East, her
expertise places her at the centre of research and academic work
pertaining to the regional conflict and diplomacy efforts.
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Australia’s Foreign Policy Pivot
The recent visit by Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani to Australia marks a pivotal shift in Australian foreign policy, re…
Friends or Foes? Arab-Israeli Relations
Jordan and Saudi Arabia’s collaboration with Israel against Iran highlights shifting alliances amid broader regional threats and geopolitical dynamics.
From the Battleground of Gaza, to the Battleground of the Mind
Last year, I had the opportunity to converse with a prominent Israeli civil servant, during which I expressed my aspirations for my academic career to serve Israel’s public image amid a challenging international landscape.
“Me Too!” Unless… You’re a Jew
In September 2012, Steven Pinker released his New York Times bestseller “Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined”. The book presents a compelling argument for the decline of violence, particularly sexual violence, through various historical trends in war.