Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy has said that Russia stands to gain from the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, and the attack on Israel could distract allies from the ongoing devastation continuing to unfold in Ukraine.

NSN speaks with Lieutenant General Sir Graeme Lamb about the ties between the Balticconnector shutdown and the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

Oil rich Qatar widely condemned for sponsoring extremist groups with the intent of destabilising the Middle East, has been identified as having strong ties to Hamas and being one of its key financial backers, having allegedly donated over $1.8 billion so far.

In an exclusive interview, NSN delves into the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict with former Director of Special Forces, Lieutenant General Sir Graeme Lamb.

Against the backdrop of the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel, virtual soldiers have emerged, as the battle extends into the digital world. Digital warriors, aligned with various cyber groups, are now actively engaged in supporting their chosen sides in this escalating cyber conflict. Israel, often acknowledged as a cybersecurity powerhouse and home to some of the globe’s leading digital defence firms, presents a formidable challenge for anyone trying to undermine its digital infrastructure. However, this status has not deterred determined hackers from attempting to disrupt Israel’s online presence, as evidenced by recent attacks that targeted their news and government…

 Mohammed Deif, Chief Commander of the Qassam Brigades, Hamas’ military arm, is the man behind Israel’s massacre and is responsible for carrying out some of the most deadly attacks that we have seen inside Israel since the Arab-Israeli war in 1973 and its foundation in 1948.   Hamas’ assault on Israel, known as Operation Al-Aqsa Flood has shone a beacon on its leader, Mohammed Deif, a 57-year-old handicapped Palestinian fighter, who was born and raised in the Khan Younis refugee camp during the 1960s. Deif has been the face of multiple operations ranging from suicide attacks to kidnappings, and over the…

With Saudi Arabia making clear its desire for nuclear power, the Middle East could find itself on the brink of a nuclear arms race, a situation in which the Kingdom could leverage its relations with the United States and China to pursue its own objectives by playing one off against the other. While Saudi Arabia remains far from being in possession of an active nuclear program, in a statement at the end of September, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) said if Iran were to acquire or develop a nuclear weapon, Saudi Arabia would have no choice but to…

In a shocking and unprecedented move, the Palestinian Islamist Hamas unleashed a massive, multi-fronted onslaught on Israel, hurling thousands of rockets and launching an invasion of gunmen by land, sea, and air. The audacious attack, which occurred on Saturday, saw hundreds of Hamas terrorists infiltrate southern Israeli communities, resulting in a tragic toll of at least 800 killed, over 2,500 wounded, and numerous abductions, with hostages dragged back into the Gaza Strip. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu minced no words, declaring that Israel is “at war” with these attackers who blindsided the nation. And what’s glaringly evident is the extensive…

Western nations are very keen to pat themselves on the back when it comes to the war in Ukraine. It’s true, many countries have done a great deal and paid a heavy price economically and in the depletion of their own defences; Britain, America and Poland perhaps above most others.

Mohamed Muizzu’s election victory in the Maldives has set off ripples across the Indian Ocean. As a pro-China candidate, his triumph resurrects old tensions between India and China, as the two countries battle for influence over the archipelagic nation.

On Sunday 1 October, Turkey confirmed launching airstrikes on militant targets in northern Iraq and making arrests in Istanbul, shortly after Kurdish militants claimed responsibility for their first bomb attack on Turkey’s capital in years, which detonated near government buildings in Ankara, killing two attackers and injuring two police officers. A screen recording showing the moment of the explosion outside the Turkish Ministry The explosion shook the entire neighbourhood, home to ministries and the parliament, coinciding with the reopening of the assembly during which legislators were set to ratify Sweden’s membership of the NATO defence alliance. The internationally recognised terrorist…

Amidst a backdrop of lingering allegations of corruption, Robert Fico has defied expectations by emerging victorious in Slovakia’s recent election. Known for his pro-Russian stance and contentious campaign promises, Fico’s mandate could have far-reaching consequences for the region.