European Parliamentary Research Service Blog
EU-Middle East relations
Iraq-Iran relations following the nuclear deal
Written by Beatrix Immenkamp, Critics of the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran have warned that Iran would use any financial benefits to further strengthen its influence in the region, by supporting its allies, which include important Shia militias in Iraq. While the nuclear deal has yet to translate into major economic and financial benefits for … Continue reading
Protection of cultural heritage in armed conflicts
Written by Magdalena Pasikowska-Schnass , Cultural heritage is vulnerable. Composed of historic buildings, monuments and artefacts of artistic, historic, religious, scientific or technological importance, it contributes to national identities, but can be destroyed in military conflict. The value and rarity of many cultural artefacts exposes them to human greed: they are vulnerable – especially during … Continue reading
Iran after the nuclear deal: Implications for the region and the EU
Written by Patryk Pawlak, Graphics: Christian Dietrich, The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action signed in July 2015 between Iran and France, China, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union provides an opportunity for the normalisation of Iran’s relationship with the rest of the international community. The main purpose of the … Continue reading
EU response to Iraq’s degenerating situation
Iraq is suffering from a new surge in sectarian violence. The EU and the international community have expressed their concerns over the growth in instability in the country, and stressed the importance of an inclusive political process and the holding of free and fair elections, planned for April 2014. Current situation Since the departure of … Continue reading
Download the EPRS App
