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- Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah to deliver speech next Saturday: Next Saturday, November 11, 2023, in observance of the militant organization’s “Martyr’s Day,” Hezbollah Chief Hassan Nasrallah is scheduled to deliver a speech. Hezbollah’s assessment of the situation and its message to its allies and adversaries will likely be the subject of Nasrallah’s address. Policymakers and analysts will closely monitor Nasrallah’s speech for indications of escalation in the region. Additionally, the domestic politics of a number of Muslim nations might be profoundly affected by his remarks. (Wall street Journal)
- Israeli forces engaged in “intense bombings” of Gaza’s hospitals amidst a blackout: The UN reports heavy shelling in the Gaza Strip, causing communication and internet services to be cut off. At least 9,770 Palestinians, including 4,008 children, have been killed, and nearly 1.5 million people are internally displaced, according to the UN. Hospitals and ambulances have been hit multiple times. (Al-jazeera)
- India should cooperate with Canada ‘s investigation of Nijjar killing: While meeting with Indian FM Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Blinken encouraged India to cooperate with the Canadian investigation. India’s alleged role in a Canadian pro-Khalistan leader’s assassination shows its imposing foreign policy. India should collaborate with Canada in the investigations if it is innocent. (Saira Bano, East Asia Forum)
- The Future of Hamas in Qatar: Qatar has mediated with Hamas since the October 7 attack on Israel, although their relationship has been criticized. Qatar has mediated Hamas’s connections with its enemies for years, boosting Doha’s geopolitical and diplomatic power. The Gaza war is the most severe test of their relationship. (Giorgio Cafiero, Stimson)
- Pakistan: General Elections Postponed for Second Time to Feb. 8: The Election Commission of Pakistan and President Arif Alvi postponed general elections till Feb. 8, 2024. This notification allows parties to begin their election campaigns and prepare for the general election. The Supreme Court’s judgment additionally diminishes opposition parties’ concerns that the country will indefinitely delay elections, causing instability. (Sit Rep, Stratfor)
- Gaza, Ukraine Wars Push UN Towards Its Tipping Point: International politics is “marked by increasingly complex crises for our world,” says UN Secretary-General António Guterres. That risk centers on the global transition to a multipolar system, fueled by great-power competition. In addition, “geopolitical mistrust” is at an all-time high. (Dr. Nand C. Bardouille, Geo Political Monitor)
