Elijah Magnier

Elijah Magnier, a seasoned military and political analyst, joins Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor of The Economist, to dissect the fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan. They discuss the unprecedented military escalations, including the use of strike drones. The evolving military strategies of India are highlighted, especially following recent terror attacks. Moreover, they examine the changing dynamics in regional air power and the complex geopolitics of Kashmir, emphasizing the diminishing role of the U.S. in mediation.

David Wood, a senior Lebanon analyst at the International Crisis Group, Lorenzo Trombetta from ANSA, and military expert Elijah Magnier dive into Lebanon's pivotal shift with a new government sidelining Hezbollah. They discuss the implications for Hezbollah's political influence and military strategy amid changing regional dynamics. The trio examines Lebanon's sectarian politics, the new government's challenges in governance reform, and the critical socio-economic issues facing the nation, signaling a potential new era in Lebanese politics.

Elijah Magnier, Brussels-based military and political analyst; Mehran Kamrava, Georgetown Qatar professor of Gulf politics; Foad Izadi, Tehran professor of foreign policy. They discuss Iran’s continued attacks and diplomatic moves with neighbours. The strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and options like transit control or fees. Debate on Iran’s capacity for sustained missile and drone campaigns and regional leverage.

Elijah Magnier, a military and political analyst on Middle East wars; Mehran Kamrava, an academic on Gulf diplomacy and mediation; Setareh Sadeqi, an Iranian political scholar. They probe Iran’s strategic choices after high-profile killings. Short takes cover Iran’s rejection of diplomacy, limits on strikes, realism of ground invasion, Gulf states’ dilemma, and prospects for third-party mediation.

Sanam Vakil, Chatham House policy director with expertise in Iran’s institutions. Ibrahim Fraihat, international conflict resolution scholar on regime resilience and public reaction. Elijah Magnier, military analyst on succession and security. They discuss constitutional succession, the IRGC’s role, institutional resilience, public mourning and legitimacy, external strikes versus regime-change aims, and economic risks sparking unrest.