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Spotlight on: Professor Anoush Ehteshami, @anoushehteshami.bsky.social – shaping global policy
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Spotlight on Professor Anoush Ehteshami - Durham University
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February 13, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Spotlight on: Professor Anoush Ehteshami, @anoushehteshami.bsky.social – shaping global policy
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Professor Bahar Baser published an article, co-authored with Professor Elise Feron titled "Neither from within nor from without: how states securitize diasporas" in Ethnic and Racial Studies. @sgiadurham.bsky.social
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Neither from within nor from without: how states securitize diasporas
Diasporas and their transnational ties to homelands and other networks often generate heightened suspicion in countries of residence. They are perceived as non-state actors forming non-transparent ...
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February 13, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Professor Bahar Baser published an article, co-authored with Professor Elise Feron titled "Neither from within nor from without: how states securitize diasporas" in Ethnic and Racial Studies. @sgiadurham.bsky.social
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It was a pleasure to host Dr. Oula Kadhum @oulakadhum.bsky.social at Durham University.
February 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM
It was a pleasure to host Dr. Oula Kadhum @oulakadhum.bsky.social at Durham University.
Professor Anoush Ehteshami is commenting on the latest developments in Iran
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February 1, 2026 at 8:13 AM
Professor Anoush Ehteshami is commenting on the latest developments in Iran
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Join us on the 5th of February!
January 26, 2026 at 7:02 AM
Join us on the 5th of February!
Come and join us in February!
January 20, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Come and join us in February!
Iran uprising 2026 – from economic collapse to nationwide defiance
This event will be inZoom, Online
30 - 30 January
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This event will be inZoom, Online
30 - 30 January
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Iran uprising 2026 – from economic collapse to nationwide defiance - International Studies of the Mediterranean, Middle East & Asia | BISA
- International Studies of the Mediterranean, Middle East & Asia Working Group
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January 19, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Iran uprising 2026 – from economic collapse to nationwide defiance
This event will be inZoom, Online
30 - 30 January
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This event will be inZoom, Online
30 - 30 January
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Professor Anoush Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social has commented on the unfolding situation in Iran, highlighting how the Islamic Republic is facing a uniquely precarious moment shaped by both internal mobilisation and external pressure.
January 12, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Professor Anoush Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social has commented on the unfolding situation in Iran, highlighting how the Islamic Republic is facing a uniquely precarious moment shaped by both internal mobilisation and external pressure.
Dr. Marzieh Kouhi Esfehani spoke to ITV News on the latest developments in Iran.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Dr. Marzieh Kouhi Esfehani spoke to ITV News on the latest developments in Iran.
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Call for Papers
Durham University – Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Conference
Challenges to Democratic Resilience
Dates: April 22-24, 2026
Location: Durham University, UK
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Durham University – Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Conference
Challenges to Democratic Resilience
Dates: April 22-24, 2026
Location: Durham University, UK
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December 30, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Call for Papers
Durham University – Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Conference
Challenges to Democratic Resilience
Dates: April 22-24, 2026
Location: Durham University, UK
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
Durham University – Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Conference
Challenges to Democratic Resilience
Dates: April 22-24, 2026
Location: Durham University, UK
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
December 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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My friend Salim Hmimnat and I have a new essay out in The Middle East Journal on the latest developments inside Morocco's Party of Justice and Development. We ask how viable is the Islamist project today.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
My friend Salim Hmimnat and I have a new essay out in The Middle East Journal on the latest developments inside Morocco's Party of Justice and Development. We ask how viable is the Islamist project today.
muse.jhu.edu/article/975851
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muse.jhu.edu/article/975851
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We were honoured to host Former Ambassador James Watt for an insightful and engaging talk. Drawing on his distinguished diplomatic career, he offered a nuanced reflection on the challenges and opportunities shaping the Middle East’s political landscape. @sgiadurham.bsky.social
December 6, 2025 at 3:41 PM
We were honoured to host Former Ambassador James Watt for an insightful and engaging talk. Drawing on his distinguished diplomatic career, he offered a nuanced reflection on the challenges and opportunities shaping the Middle East’s political landscape. @sgiadurham.bsky.social
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The 2025 Ann Lambton Memorial Lecture was held 12th Nov by @imeisdurham.bsky.social and BIPS who hosted her Former Majesty’s ambassador to Iran, Qatar and Yemen, Mr. Nicholas Hopton.
The title: "A British Diplomatic Perspective on Iran’s Position & Policies in the Middle East Since 7 October 2023"
The title: "A British Diplomatic Perspective on Iran’s Position & Policies in the Middle East Since 7 October 2023"
December 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The 2025 Ann Lambton Memorial Lecture was held 12th Nov by @imeisdurham.bsky.social and BIPS who hosted her Former Majesty’s ambassador to Iran, Qatar and Yemen, Mr. Nicholas Hopton.
The title: "A British Diplomatic Perspective on Iran’s Position & Policies in the Middle East Since 7 October 2023"
The title: "A British Diplomatic Perspective on Iran’s Position & Policies in the Middle East Since 7 October 2023"
Join us for “Post-Assad Syria and the Gulf States: reflections on the past year” — a timely webinar hosted by British International Studies Association ’s International Studies on 5 December 2025 — featuring a keynote by our very own Professor Anoush Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social.
Post-Assad Syria and the Gulf States: reflections on the past year- International Studies of the Mediterranean, Middle East & Asia | BISA
- International Studies of the Mediterranean, Middle East & Asia Working Group
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December 3, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Join us for “Post-Assad Syria and the Gulf States: reflections on the past year” — a timely webinar hosted by British International Studies Association ’s International Studies on 5 December 2025 — featuring a keynote by our very own Professor Anoush Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social.
We were honoured to host His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK, for this year’s Annual Ambassadorial Lecture.
He shared valuable insights on Kuwait’s priorities in a rapidly changing Middle East, followed by an engaging discussion with our staff & students.
He shared valuable insights on Kuwait’s priorities in a rapidly changing Middle East, followed by an engaging discussion with our staff & students.
December 2, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We were honoured to host His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK, for this year’s Annual Ambassadorial Lecture.
He shared valuable insights on Kuwait’s priorities in a rapidly changing Middle East, followed by an engaging discussion with our staff & students.
He shared valuable insights on Kuwait’s priorities in a rapidly changing Middle East, followed by an engaging discussion with our staff & students.
Join us on 1 December 2025 at 17:00 for the Annual Ambassadorial Lecture:
“Kuwait’s Priorities in a Changing Middle East”
delivered by His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK.
Location: WB-2003, The Waterside Building, Durham.
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“Kuwait’s Priorities in a Changing Middle East”
delivered by His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK.
Location: WB-2003, The Waterside Building, Durham.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
November 29, 2025 at 6:12 AM
Join us on 1 December 2025 at 17:00 for the Annual Ambassadorial Lecture:
“Kuwait’s Priorities in a Changing Middle East”
delivered by His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK.
Location: WB-2003, The Waterside Building, Durham.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
“Kuwait’s Priorities in a Changing Middle East”
delivered by His Excellency Bader A. Almunayekh, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the UK.
Location: WB-2003, The Waterside Building, Durham.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
Join us on 4 December at 17:00 for a talk by James Watt, former ambassador and now partner at Ambassador Partnership LLP:
“Two Years on from 7 October: What Future Awaits the Middle East?”
All welcome.
Hosted by Durham Diplomatic Society and IMEIS, Durham University.
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“Two Years on from 7 October: What Future Awaits the Middle East?”
All welcome.
Hosted by Durham Diplomatic Society and IMEIS, Durham University.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
November 29, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Join us on 4 December at 17:00 for a talk by James Watt, former ambassador and now partner at Ambassador Partnership LLP:
“Two Years on from 7 October: What Future Awaits the Middle East?”
All welcome.
Hosted by Durham Diplomatic Society and IMEIS, Durham University.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
“Two Years on from 7 October: What Future Awaits the Middle East?”
All welcome.
Hosted by Durham Diplomatic Society and IMEIS, Durham University.
@sgiadurham.bsky.social
We thank Dr. Diana Galeeva for her really rich and insightful presentation of her new book Islam in Russia.
November 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
We thank Dr. Diana Galeeva for her really rich and insightful presentation of her new book Islam in Russia.
We are pleased to share that Professor Clive Jones appears in the new documentary “Yemen and Israel: The Roots of Struggle.”
It examines Israel’s first military operation in Yemen in the 1960s and the subsequent attack on an oil tanker in the early 1970s.
It examines Israel’s first military operation in Yemen in the 1960s and the subsequent attack on an oil tanker in the early 1970s.
November 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
We are pleased to share that Professor Clive Jones appears in the new documentary “Yemen and Israel: The Roots of Struggle.”
It examines Israel’s first military operation in Yemen in the 1960s and the subsequent attack on an oil tanker in the early 1970s.
It examines Israel’s first military operation in Yemen in the 1960s and the subsequent attack on an oil tanker in the early 1970s.
By Professor Clive Jones, Professor Anosuh Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social and Dr. Rob Pinfold:
November 24, 2025 at 2:55 PM
By Professor Clive Jones, Professor Anosuh Ehteshami @anoushehteshami.bsky.social and Dr. Rob Pinfold:
By Associate Professor Rory McCarthy:
November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
By Associate Professor Rory McCarthy:
By Professor Clive Jones:
November 24, 2025 at 2:13 PM
By Professor Clive Jones:
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I had the distinct honour of presenting my research at a seminar hosted by Durham University. My sincere gratitude to the organisers, Professor Bahar Baser and to Dr Omer Tekdemir for his skilful chairmanship.
Durham University
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Durham University
BISI UK
November 14, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I had the distinct honour of presenting my research at a seminar hosted by Durham University. My sincere gratitude to the organisers, Professor Bahar Baser and to Dr Omer Tekdemir for his skilful chairmanship.
Durham University
BISI UK
Durham University
BISI UK