ISDEI Instituto de Seguridad, Defensa y Estudios Internacionales

  The International Community Must Not Forget the Rohingya Crisis Opinion  -  August 28, 2024 By  Ozair Islam The  Rohingya crisis  has lasted for seven years, and there still seems to be no sign of an end in sight. More than a million Rohingya people in Myanmar crossed the border to seek refuge in Bangladesh in 2017 as a result of systematic ethnic cleansing operations carried out by their government, which the world appears to be allowing to continue apace. This represents one of the worst cases of human rights violations in recorded history. The violent crackdown by the Myanmar government in 2017 also led to 9,000 fatalities and widespread destruction. As the main phase of the Rohingya refugee crisis has been over for seven years, there is yet another call for continued support from international partners to help protect the nearly one million Rohingya who are being hosted by Bangladesh, and to assist in finding answers for a long-term solution to their ...

  Geneva Talks Fizzle as Sudan Civil War Drags On Situation Reports  -  August 29, 2024 By  Alec Soltes Summary In mid-August, the United States  sponsored  peace talks in Geneva, Switzerland aimed at bringing an end to the Sudan civil war, a conflict that has been going on for a year and a half. Roughly twelve million people have been displaced, and the country is experiencing what has been called by some diplomats the world’s  worst humanitarian  crisis. Yet prospects for these US-sponsored talks remain bleak so long as the Sudanese Armed Forces continue to boycott them.   Background At roughly  1.86 million square kilometers , Sudan is the second-largest country in Africa by land area. Out of a total of 46 million people, about 30 million of Sudan’s citizens are considered Sudanese Arabs, with ethnic minorities comprising the other 16 million. Situated in East Africa, the country borders the Red Sea in the northeast, Libya and Egypt i...

  Global Geopolitical Developments: September 2, 2024 Today's geopolitical landscape is fraught with tension, conflict, and shifting power dynamics, reflecting the realities of a world increasingly divided along political, economic, and ideological lines. Below is a detailed analysis of the major geopolitical events shaping the world on September 2, 2024. 1. Middle East: Israel-Palestine Conflict and Regional Tensions The Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains volatile, with recent developments in both Gaza and the West Bank exacerbating tensions. In Israel, a general strike was called by the head of the Histadrut labor union, supported by key sectors like high-tech and manufacturing, to pressure the government into securing the release of hostages held by Hamas. This comes after the recovery of the bodies of six Israeli hostages from a tunnel in southern Gaza, which has sparked widespread outrage among Israelis and calls for a more decisive government response. In Gaza, amidst ongoi...

  The geopolitical landscape today, August 30, 2024, is marked by a myriad of developments that reflect the deep-seated tensions, emerging alliances, and power struggles across the globe. This comprehensive analysis provides a detailed breakdown of key geopolitical events impacting various regions. 1. Middle East: Libya’s Chaotic Political Landscape and Human Rights Violations Libya continues to be a hotbed of instability, with new revelations highlighting the ongoing human rights abuses that date back over a decade. The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) released a report detailing mass graves and systematic abuses committed by the Al-Kaniyat militia, which had ties to both the former Government of National Accord (GNA) and the Libyan National Army (LNA). These crimes, including mass killings, torture, and forced disappearances in Tarhuna, have gone unpunished and reflect the complete breakdown of law and order in Libya. The OHCHR emphasizes that the lack of justice and ac...

  Global Geopolitical Developments: August 29, 2024 The geopolitical landscape today is marked by significant developments across multiple regions, underscoring the complex dynamics of international relations. Here is an extended analysis of the key geopolitical events shaping the world on August 29, 2024. 1. Middle East: Intensifying Conflicts in Gaza and the West Bank The situation in the Middle East has escalated further, with Israel launching a large-scale counterterrorism operation against Hamas and Palestinian factions in both Gaza and the West Bank. Israeli forces have intensified their military campaign in the West Bank, particularly targeting cities like Jenin and Tulkarm, where Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed to have killed several militants hiding in mosques. The death toll in the West Bank has risen to at least 18, with dozens more injured. The Palestinian health ministry has contested these figures, reporting higher numbers, and the United Nations has called for i...

  Inmigración delictiva procedente de Marruecos   E n relación al   fenómeno y circunstancia que se da, en especial cuando Marruecos libera a presos con la condición de que abandonen el país, y la casualidad de que estos terminan en España entre la inmigración irregular, se enmarca dentro de una serie de dinámicas complejas que involucran aspectos políticos, sociales, económicos, y de seguridad entre Marruecos y España. A continuación, realizo un análisis de causa-efecto para entender mejor esta situación: Causas del Fenómeno Política de Liberación Condicionada de Marruecos : Marruecos, en ocasiones, ha optado por liberar a ciertos presos bajo la condición de que abandonen el país. Esta medida puede tener varias motivaciones: Descongestionar el sistema penitenciario : Marruecos podría buscar reducir la presión en sus cárceles, que suelen estar superpobladas, liberando a presos, especialmente aquellos con delitos menores o ...

  La realidad del "efecto llamada": una reflexión sobre la inmigración desde el Sahel a Europa En los últimos años, el fenómeno migratorio desde el Sahel hacia Europa ha captado la atención de medios, gobiernos y organizaciones no gubernamentales. Sin embargo, poco se discute sobre lo que podría llamarse "efecto llamada", una realidad que, aunque impopular en muchos círculos, merece ser analizada desde una perspectiva más franca y sin miedo a los juicios. Pensemos en las condiciones de vida en el Sahel, una vasta región africana que abarca países como Malí, Níger, Chad, Burkina Faso y Mauritania, entre otros. En esta zona, el salario medio para una jornada laboral de 10 horas apenas alcanza los 250 euros al mes, en el mejor de los casos. Si bien el costo de vida es considerablemente más bajo que en Europa, esta cantidad sigue siendo insuficiente para cubrir las necesidades básicas de una familia. A pesar de estas limitaciones, la mayoría de la población en estas reg...

  Global Geopolitical Developments: August 27, 2024 The geopolitical landscape on August 27, 2024, is characterized by ongoing conflicts, strategic realignments, and critical diplomatic efforts across the globe. This analysis provides a detailed examination of the key events and trends that are shaping international relations today. 1. Middle East: Continuing Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah The Middle East remains a focal point of global geopolitical tension, particularly with the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. The conflict has escalated over recent weeks, with both sides engaging in intense exchanges of fire. On August 27, 2024, the situation remains precarious, with the potential for further escalation looming large. Hezbollah's recent barrage of rockets and drone strikes targeting Israeli military sites near Tel Aviv has been met with significant Israeli retaliation. Israel's preemptive strikes in southern Lebanon aimed to disrupt what it described a...