Among his most sensational finds were several monumental stone sculptures and relief slabs dating from the early first millennium BCE. They originated from the period when Tell…… Read more “ANE TODAY – 202009 – Max von Oppenheim and His Tell Halaf –”
Tag: Middle East
Age of Gilgamesh (3000 BC to 2500 BC) : Geopolitics of Ancient Mesopotamia
https://www.youtube.com/embed/z8rMp_AeR5M Age of Gilgamesh In this presentation we will begin exploring the beginnings of recorded history in Mesopotamia, beginning from the early third millennium BC. We will…… Read more “Age of Gilgamesh (3000 BC to 2500 BC) : Geopolitics of Ancient Mesopotamia”
What’s behind Iran’s sudden realignment with Turkey? – Responsible Statecraft
Rather than herald the emergence of a new alliance in the region, the recent rapprochement between Iran and Turkey appears to be a marriage of convenience. —…… Read more “What’s behind Iran’s sudden realignment with Turkey? – Responsible Statecraft”
Geopolitics of Ancient Mesopotamia: 1. Origins
Between the two great rivers of the Middle eastern Bridgeland of the Afro-Eurasian world – there was in antiquity a great civilisation. the oldest and longest lasting…… Read more “Geopolitics of Ancient Mesopotamia: 1. Origins”
The Limitations of a NATO-Middle East Military Cooperation – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
The U.S. government should realign its objectives towards the Atlantic Alliance in the Middle East with the reality of NATO’s regional engagement. Given the limitations of NATO’s…… Read more “The Limitations of a NATO-Middle East Military Cooperation – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace”
Egypt and the Gulf: Allies and Rivals | Chatham House
Following the completion of the IMF programme in 2019, the Egyptian economy is in a much stronger position than it was in the early period of Sisi’s rule, even though this has exacted a harsh toll…… Read more “Egypt and the Gulf: Allies and Rivals | Chatham House”
The Coronavirus Crisis May Assure Netanyahu’s Survival | ACW
… the coronavirus had infected over 9,200 Israelis and killed 65. While the COVID-19 disease caused by the virus has brought the world to a standstill, it…… Read more “The Coronavirus Crisis May Assure Netanyahu’s Survival | ACW”
Rise and Fall of the Indus Valley Civilisation: a perspective
The Indus Valley Civilisation lasted from the late fifth to the second millennium BC, developed a vast network of well planned settlements and engaged in…… Read more “Rise and Fall of the Indus Valley Civilisation: a perspective”
Giant asteroid apocalypse 13K years ago was witnessed by ancient humans, experts believe
The asteroid that hit Earth nearly 13,000 years ago and ended the Pleistocene era likely wiped out an ancient civilization in what is modern-day Syria, according to…… Read more “Giant asteroid apocalypse 13K years ago was witnessed by ancient humans, experts believe”
China’s New Silk Road Strategy and the Middle East
In recent years, the People’s Republic of China has significantly increased its economic and diplomatic engagement with the Middle East. Most of Beijing’s investment in the region…… Read more “China’s New Silk Road Strategy and the Middle East”
