Assessing the Weekly News
Week 13 [2026/02/21-2026/02/27]
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Every Monday, the CERESE publishes the assessment of the previous week’s news by the Research Trainees:
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The most important event of the week is the attack by the US and Israel against Iran on 28 February. According to reports, military facilities and high-ranking officials were attacked, while the Iranian side described the action as a violation of its national sovereignty and warned of its response, significantly destabilizing the already fragile situation in the Middle East. This development has triggered international reactions and calls for deescalation amid growing fears of a larger conflict. Possible consequences include broad military retaliation, the activation of alliances, and turbulence in energy markets. The situation remains fluid and the upcoming developments will determine the stability of the wider region.
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The aforementioned opinions are those of their respective authors and they do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of the Institute of International Relations or its Researchers.
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