MED Dialogues

ISPI and @ItalyMFA are pleased to announce the 12th edition of the MED - Mediterranean Dialogues, which will take place in Naples, Italy, on 19-21 November 2026. At a time marked by escalating conflicts and rising tensions across the Gulf and the wider Mediterranean, the Conference will bring together leaders from government, business, civil society, media, and academia. The initiative will provide a high-level platform to discuss the key dynamics shaping the region, with the aim of fostering dialogue and contributing to pathways toward stability and cooperation. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for updates: ispionline.it/en/ispi-med

More than a month into the war, President #Trump appears to have misjudged #Iran, expecting a quick victory in a Venezuela-style scenario while ultimately underestimating the regime's political resilience and military response. Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) and @vali_nasr discuss this in MED Insights, examining the drivers of the escalation, the scenarios that may unfold in the coming weeks, and the potential implications for the region and the global order. Listen to the episode on all major audio platforms and at this link: ispionline.it/en/publication…

As the #Iran war reshapes regional priorities, #Gaza’s crisis deepens: humanitarian conditions worsen, aid is disrupted, and prospects for reconstruction fade. #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

Between mixed signals from Washington and Tehran’s intransigence, the risk of further escalation is growing, placing #energy infrastructure at the front line of the conflict. What drives the strategic calculus of the #US, #Israel and #Iran at this stage of the war? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

Four weeks into the war on #Iran, uncertainty still prevails. After a 48-hour ultimatum and renewed threats against #energy infrastructure, Donald #Trump announced negotiations to end the conflict, but Tehran denies any talks as bombing cross the region continues. With a fragile diplomatic window, #US objectives remain unclear. What is Washington trying to achieve? And what is Trump’s endgame? In the new episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with Daniel Kliman, unpacking the strategy behind the war and what may come next. ▶️ Listen to the episode here: ispionline.it/en/publication…

Three weeks after the #US–#Israel attacks on #Iran, there are still no signs of de-escalation. As strikes and retaliations increasingly target #energy infrastructure, the conflict is expanding into a broader crisis with global repercussions. In the new episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with Vali Nasr (@vali_nasr), examining the strategic drivers of the escalation, the scenarios that may unfold in the coming weeks, and the potential implications for the region and the global order. ▶️ Listen to the episode here: ispionline.it/en/publication…

As #Israel expands its ground operations across the border and the prospect of a full-scale invasion looms, #Lebanon's fragile institutions and communities are bearing an increasingly heavy toll. What does the continued escalation mean for the country? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As the war in the #MiddleEast shows no sign of de-escalation, #civilians continue to pay the highest price. How are people across the region coping with the realities of #war? And how are states responding to these challenges? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As the war with #Iran unfolds and more countries are drawn into the conflict, its spillover is becoming increasingly serious, extending well beyond the region. What impact is this having on regional actors, and how are they responding? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

In recent months, a growing rift has emerged between two of the Middle East’s powerhouses: Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. How did this rift emerge? And what consequences might it hold for the region? In this episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with @FirasMaksad and Eleonora Ardemagni. ▶️ Listen to the episode here: ispionline.it/en/publication… 🎙️ MED Insights is ISPI's new podcast exploring a region under pressure. From shifting powers to emerging crises, each episode unpacks what’s shaping the Middle East and North Africa – and why it matters far beyond it.

As a new round of negotiations is set to begin tomorrow in Geneva, tensions over a possible escalation between #Iran and the #UnitedStates remain extremely high. Can diplomacy still prevail, or are we entering a new phase of conflict? #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

On Thursday, #Trump’s #BoardOfPeace will meet in Washington with billions pledged and the International Stabilisation Force on the agenda. Yet, despite the stakes for #Gaza’s reconstruction, Phase Two remains stalled and questions over the Board’s legitimacy are mounting. #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

New measures are tightening Israeli control over the #WestBank as #Gaza sinks into governance paralysis and Palestinian leadership faces an uncertain future. Meanwhile, in Washington, #Netanyahu confronts the #Iran dossier as #Trump pushes to keep nuclear talks alive. #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

Back to Muscat. The #US and #Iran resume negotiations today amid a military buildup in the Gulf and deep mistrust. Tehran wants nuclear-only talks, while Washington may push for a broader scope. #MEDThisWeek → ispionline.it/en/publication…

As talks with #Iran resume in Oman amid rising tensions with Washington, the Islamic Republic faces growing internal and external pressure. Is a new deal possible, or is confrontation inevitable? In the first episode of MED Insights, Nicola Missaglia (@mardilevante) speaks with @AliVaez and @SanamVakil about Iran’s political future and the risks ahead. ▶️ Listen to the episode here: ispionline.it/en/publication… 🎙️ MED Insights is ISPI's new podcast exploring a region under pressure. From shifting powers to emerging crises, each episode unpacks what’s shaping the Middle East and North Africa – and why it matters far beyond it.