07. August 2024

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie on NDR radio on the conflict between Israel and Iran: "It's never too late for diplomacy" Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie on NDR radio on the conflict between Israel and Iran: "It's never too late for diplomacy"

The situation in the Middle East threatens to escalate. Following the targeted killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniya by Israel, Iran is expected to retaliate militarily. In an interview with NDR radio, Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie assesses the strategic and military situation in the region.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie im NDR Hörfunk
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie im NDR Hörfunk © NDR Hörfunk
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What would be the consequences of a military retaliation by Iran? Prof. Schlie emphasizes that it must be assumed that Israel will strike back. The situation is very complex due to the various interests of the players involved: "Many countries are pursuing their own political goals with this conflict" - which carries the potential for a major conflagration. What influence does the USA have on Israel? Could Russia have a de-escalating effect on Iran? Prof. Schlie emphasizes that there are also other ways to avoid an escalation.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie is Director of the Center for Advanced Security, Strategic and Integration Studies (CASSIS) and Henry Kissinger Professor for Security and Strategy Research at the Institute for Political Science and Sociology.

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