Tim Parker

Thanks to those who attended @Nigelgd1 's latest report on Russia's political economy @IISS_org 'Russia must soon decide whether to forcibly mobilise its economy and society for its war against Ukraine.' You can read it here: iiss.org/research-paper…

Not done a shop name pun for a while so here’s a half-decent attempt on the Underground… it *almost* works…

Today, the IISS Stockholm Civil Defence Forum will bring together political, military and industry leaders to engage in public and private discussions on how to tackle current challenges to modern civil defence. The speaker agenda is now live: go.iiss.org/3QoLJji 🎥 Recordings and transcripts will be available after the event. IISS Stockholm Defence Forum 2026 | #IISS_SCDF26 21–22 April 2026 | go.iiss.org/SCDF26

Out now: Contending with American Exceptionalism by Kori Schake For the past 80 years, much of the world has been structured around the order Washington built out of the ashes of the Second World War. But for many Americans and observers of America, the second administration of President Donald Trump has been deeply disquieting, with widespread concerns that his presidency will undermine much of what has made America exceptional and successful at home and abroad.    Find out more: go.iiss.org/4sP60MH

The IISS invites you to join the launch of the 2026 edition of The Military Balance, the annual assessment of global military capabilities and defence economics. 📅 Tues 24 Feb 🌐 Online ⏰ 06:00–07:00 EST | 11:00–12:00 GMT | 12:00–13:00 CET | 14:00–15:00 AST | 19:00–20:00 SGT 💬 Douglas Barrie, Henry Boyd, Nick Childs, Fenella McGerty, Ruben Stewart, Tom Waldwyn, Huw Williams & Dr Bastian Giegerich (@B_Giegerich) Find out more: go.iiss.org/4rVIGfX

In case you missed it, on Japan's new PM...only in some ways a "Japanese Margaret Thatcher"

As a kid I loved listening to the BBC World Service (on 648 kHz I think). For a 10-year-old from Chingford it was a very special window on the world. So, for World Radio Day, I play some classic @bbcworldservice signature tunes. #WorldRadioDay

Not my professional thing anymore... but did I just hear Nadine Dorries tell @BBCWorldatOne that Harborough MP Neil O'Brien would be among Tory MPs welcome in Reform UK?

The smoothness with which the operation unfolded could indicate that some in Mr Maduro’s regime, security forces or personal guard had colluded with the Americans to keep resistance to a minimum. Read @_IreneMia’s thoughts in @TheEconomist. economist.com/the-americas/2…

On 19 November 2025, US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll presented a 28-point peace plan – the most detailed so far – to end the Russia–Ukraine war. IISS expert Nigel Gould Davies (@Nigelgd1) shares his analysis on a tumultuous week that has consumed much energy, changed little and exposed Europe’s weakness. Read the latest analysis: ➡️ go.iiss.org/4or00r8

🌐 At The Armed Conflict Survey 2025 launch today. This latest IISS publication contains analysis of the extent and severity of conflict across the globe

An essential element of the IISS Manama Dialogue is the #MDYoungLeaders programme, which is generously sponsored by @GCC and @UKinBahrain. Here, some of our Young Leaders share their personal highlights of this year’s programme | go.iiss.org/MDYLP25

Leicester #Remembrance

WATCH LIVE: First Plenary at #IISSMD25 on ‘The Future of Global Security Governance’ with: @AymanHsafadi Dr Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE @GermanyDiplo The Rt Hon. @YvetteCooperMP @FCDOGovUK youtube.com/live/ADxrZx8l5…

We are delighted to see a new group of young professionals and leaders taking part in a special series of roundtables and events as part of our #MDYoungLeaders Programme, which is generously supported by @GCC and @UKinBahrain | go.iiss.org/MDYLP25

As we prepare to host the 21st IISS Manama Dialogue our Director-General and Chief Executive @B_Giegerich offers a preview of what promises to be a busy weekend of diplomacy in the Kingdom of Bahrain | #IISSMD25 go.iiss.org/MD25

We are delighted to announce that the IISS, together with the Government of the Kingdom of Sweden and the Swedish Defence Research Agency, will co-host a major new forum on civil defence. The IISS Stockholm Civil Defence Forum, scheduled for April 2026, will bring together political, military and industrial leaders to engage in discussions on how to tackle current challenges to modern civil defence. The creation of this forum was announced by Johan Berggren, the State Secretary at the Swedish Ministry of Defence in remarks at the inaugural Global Security and Innovation Summit in Hamburg. IISS is a co-partner in organising this event. Find out more: go.iiss.org/4oa0ItA

We were delighted to see such vibrant and engaging conversations taking place during the first day of the Global Security and Innovation Summit | #GSISHamburg2025 in Hamburg. Looking forward to day 2! Find out more: go.iiss.org/GSISHamburg2025

Caught my ear with my former job hat on: Q. "A company in the UK...a university or a local council approached by a Chinese investor, do they need some advice about the potential threat that that represents?" A. "Emphatically they do, yes"

Interesting comments on China from @NigelInkster at the IISS today on @BBCRadio4 World at One (from 17:45) here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…