MX Army killed El Mencho today. A win for Sheinbaum. USG is happy too. The Cartel was quick to react setting buses, trucks and businesses on fire, blockading streets and highways. Locals? Terrified. I’m in Guadalajara, a city that virtually emptied out. No public transport, people sheltered in place

Important podcast episode on what is next for Venezuela. Fresh off the press from @crisisgroup.org. www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...

Special Episode: What Next for Venezuela? | International Crisis Group

In this special episode of Hold Your Fire!, Richard speaks with Crisis Group expert Phil Gunson about the U.S. military operation in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Pres...

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I spoke to @nytimes @farnazfassihi about the Council's trip to Syria and Lebanon. 👇 www.nytimes.com/2025/12/02/w...

U.N. Security Council to Make First Official Visit to Syria and Lebanon

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NEWS from @crisisgroup.org. After 7 years as UN Director, I'm moving to a new program on Global Issues and Institutions. @fortid.crisisgroup.org becomes Head of UN Affairs, backed by @mayaungar.bsky.social. . AND we need a Senior Analyst covering geopolitics 👇 jobs.crisisgroup.org/o/analyst-gl...

NEW ANALYST’S NOTEBOOK | UN Lifts Sanctions on Syria’s President as White House Visit Beckons @mayaungar.bsky.social analyses the U.S.-led diplomatic push ahead of a planned meeting between Ahmed al-Sharaa and Donald Trump. www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

UN Lifts Sanctions on Syria’s President as White House Visit Beckons | International Crisis Group

Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar analyses the U.S.-led diplomatic push ahead of a planned meeting between Ahmed al-Sharaa and Donald Trump

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Russian Ambassador in NY just held a stakeout on snapback. When pushed to answer if Rus would implement sanctions on Iran again, he evaded, instead saying "how can [sanctions] be introduced if the snapback being launched right now is illegal." webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1u...

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The E3 just snapped back sanctions on Iran. What happens next? A quick 🧵, based on this very helpful article by my colleagues @icg_iran & @FortiD. (1/9) www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

The E3 just snapped back sanctions on Iran. What happens next? A quick 🧵, based on this very helpful article by my colleagues @icg_iran & @FortiD. (1/9) www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

Iran Sanctions Snapback at the UN | International Crisis Group

The UK, France and Germany are preparing to trigger reimposition of UN sanctions on Iran unless Tehran agrees to restore international monitoring and negotiate restrictions on its nuclear program. In ...

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Almost no news in NBC's 50-minute Lavrov interview, an avalanche of Kremlin talking points ("2014 coup", "Nazis") and denials "no civilian targeting", "no Bucha"). Lavrov seemed uncharacteristically nervous, twisting a paper clip for a good part of the interview.

UNIFIL, the UN peacekeeping op for Lebanon, is up for renewal this month. 🇺🇳🇱🇧 The U.S. wants to renew it for one year, then shutter its doors. @crisisgroup.org's @davidrobwood explains why that would be a mistake, and what the Council should do instead.👇 www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

Helping UNIFIL Restore Stability in Southern Lebanon | International Crisis Group

The mandate for the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon is up for renewal at the end of August. Israel and the U.S. dispute the force’s utility, but it continues to play a key role in stabilising the p...

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The U.S. just announced sanctions on the UN Special Rapporteur for Palestine -- @franceskalbs.bsky.social -- for her efforts to "prompt ICC action" against the U.S. and Israel.

From economy of occupation to economy of genocide - (A/HRC/59/23) Report of the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967 (Advance unedited...

To learn more about Special Procedures of the UN Human Rights Council and the Question of Palestine, click here to visit the dedicated webpage. Human Rights Council Fifty-ninth session 16 June–11 July...

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The U.S. ends their remarks at the Security Council warning that "Iran's leadership would be wise to negotiate at this time"

"Once again, leaders of the majority-Serb entity Republika Srpska are threatening to break away from Bosnia. While tensions between the entity and Sarajevo are longstanding, national collapse may be closer than ever before." 👇 www.crisisgroup.org/europe-centr...

Bosnia in Deadlock as Serbs Strain for Exit | International Crisis Group

Once again, leaders of the majority-Serb entity Republika Srpska are threatening to break away from Bosnia. While tensions between the entity and Sarajevo are longstanding, national collapse may be cl...

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NEW COMMENTARY | Bosnia in Deadlock as Serbs Strain for Exit Once again, leaders of the majority-Serb entity Republika Srpska are threatening to break away from Bosnia. National collapse may be closer than ever before. www.crisisgroup.org/europe-centr...

The U.S. is ramping up its pressure to scare countries off from recognising Palestine during the Two State Solution Conference at the UN next week, sending a cable warning they "could face diplomatic consequences from the U.S." www.reuters.com/world/europe...

Exclusive: US warns against attending UN conference on Israel-Palestinian two-state solution

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is discouraging governments around the world from attending a United Nations conference next week in New York on a possible two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians.

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❗Important new @crisisgroup.org statement on #EU, #Gaza & #Israel. Words are not enough. For EU governments to help change Israel’s policy, they need to throw more of their economic and diplomatic weight into signalling to Israel that the Gaza campaign must end. bit.ly/3FFM0t5

Europe on Gaza: Words Are Not Enough | International Crisis Group

A rising chorus of European states have condemned Israel’s military campaign in the Gaza Strip after months of siege and bombardment. While much depends on Washington, European leaders have levers at ...

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🇺🇳 ‘The case for the status quo won out. But neither result marks an end to sceptics’ efforts to chip away at UN sanctions regimes.’ @mayaungar.bsky.social unpacks the UN Security Council votes on sanctions on South Sudan and enforcement of Libya’s arms embargo. www.crisisgroup.org/global-south...

The UN Dodges a Diplomatic Breakdown over Sanctions | International Crisis Group

Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar on UN Security Council votes on sanctions on South Sudan and enforcement of Libya’s arms embargo

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✍️ My quick take for @crisisgroup.org on how last week's UNSC votes on South Sudan and Libya reflect on the broader sanctions debate at the UN. www.crisisgroup.org/global-south...

The UN Dodges a Diplomatic Breakdown over Sanctions | International Crisis Group

Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar on UN Security Council votes on sanctions on South Sudan and enforcement of Libya’s arms embargo

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Congratulations to the five newly elected members of the UN Security Council, set to join in January: Bahrain 🇧🇭, Colombia 🇨🇴, DRC 🇨🇩, Latvia 🇱🇻 & Liberia 🇱🇷. They will be replacing Algeria 🇩🇿, Guyana 🇬🇾, ROK 🇰🇷, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 & Slovenia 🇸🇮.

"Kyiv’s message to Moscow is that while Russian forces may be able to advance on the battlefield, the longer the war continues, the more Russia will suffer – meaning it is better to agree now to concessions at the negotiating table." @crisisgroup.org reacts👇 www.crisisgroup.org/europe-centr...

Ukraine’s Drone Blitz Seeks to Shift Balance in Talks | International Crisis Group

Crisis Group expert Oleg Ignatov on the effects and timing of Operation Spiderweb.

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It's about the negotiations, folks. Quick take on Ukraine's latest Operation Spiderweb drone attack by @crisisgroup.org's Oleg Ignatov

Ukraine’s Drone Blitz Seeks to Shift Balance in Talks | International Crisis Group

Crisis Group expert Oleg Ignatov on the effects and timing of Operation Spiderweb.

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The Security Council has renewed the arms embargo on South Sudan, with a vote of 9-6-0. @jongethon.bsky.social and I wrote about the importance of the renewal this year in the @The_EastAfrican👇 theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/opinion/...

Dear UNSC, lifting South Sudan arms embargo would be reckless

Lifting the arms embargo now would signal the government to escalate offensives unchecked and push the opposition to brace for renewed conflict.

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On Sunday, Mexico will be choosing close to 2,600 judges – a first in the country and the world. The election has been deeply dividing and turnout will be low. In this @crisisgroup.org Q&A we dive into the controversial move and the potential outcomes for the violence crisis and sky-high impunity.

A People’s Court? Weighing Mexico’s First Elections for Judges | International Crisis Group

Mexico will soon become the only country in the world to elect all its judges. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert David Mora explains the rationale behind the initiative – and its many potential pitfall...

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This week, the UNSC will decide whether to renew its arms embargo on South Sudan. Earlier this month, @mayaungar.bsky.social explained why the embargo matters @crisisgroup.org - and why it may fall. www.crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-...

UN Readies for Critical Vote on South Sudan’s Arms Embargo | International Crisis Group

The annual renewal of the UN arms embargo on South Sudan comes up for a vote in May. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar warns that ending the mandate entirely would risk fuelling a return to ...

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The UNSC will soon vote on whether or not to renew the arms embargo on South Sudan. In a new @crisisgroup.org piece, I break down the embargo's track record & urge caution in lifting right as the country teeters on the edge of another civil war. www.crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-...

UN Readies for Critical Vote on South Sudan’s Arms Embargo | Crisis Group

The annual renewal of the UN arms embargo on South Sudan comes up for a vote in May. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar warns that ending the mandate entirely would risk fuelling a return to ...

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NEW Q&A | UN Readies for Critical Vote on #SouthSudan Arms Embargo The vote for the annual renewal of the UN arms embargo looms. @mayaungar.bsky.social warns that ending the mandate entirely risks fuelling a return to civil war. www.crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-...

UN Readies for Critical Vote on South Sudan’s Arms Embargo | Crisis Group

The annual renewal of the UN arms embargo on South Sudan comes up for a vote in May. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Maya Ungar warns that ending the mandate entirely would risk fuelling a return to ...

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In a surprise twist, Mike Waltz is the newest nominee for USUN Ambassador. I certainly did not see that coming.

NEW REPORT | Frozen Billions: Reforming Sanctions on the Libyan Investment Authority Libya’s sovereign wealth fund has been under UN sanctions since the revolt against Muammar al-Qadhafi in 2011. The Security Council should take corrective action. www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

Frozen Billions: Reforming Sanctions on the Libyan Investment Authority | Crisis Group

Libya’s sovereign wealth fund has been under UN sanctions since the revolt against Muammar al-Qadhafi in 2011. These measures restrict investment that would enlarge the fund. The UN has eased them, bu...

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"How much suffering we see in the eyes of the children: the children in those lands at war have forgotten how to smile! With those eyes, they ask us: Why? Why all this death? Why all this destruction?" "War is always an absurdity, war is always a defeat!" Rest in peace

Today #Sudan enters its third year of war. While many thought that the Sudanese army’s recapturing of the capital Khartoum on 26 March would end the conflict, we are worried that the conflict risks escalating to other areas. ⬇️ www.crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-...

NEW OP-ED | Syria’s Uncertain New Order Many are worried about the possibility of a return to a one-party state—much like that of the Assad regime. But many Syrians perceive their new leader, correctly, as a radical pragmatist, writes @jeromed.bsky.social. www.crisisgroup.org/middle-east-...

Syria’s Uncertain New Order | Crisis Group

Can Shara’s Government Unite a Country Ready to Explode?

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