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Israel’s Changing Currents: Public Opinion and Waning Support
Israel has been forced to accept a ceasefire on Gaza. The tides of opinion are turning on Israel’s war on Gaza and Netanyahu’s global support
Occupied Waters: Israel-Syria Water Conflict
Israel’s control over occupied waters in Syrian territories highlights the intersection of water, agriculture, and security interests which result in humanitarian and water instability issues.
UNHRC60: Enforcing Climate Justice: Human Rights at the Core
Ms. Shristi Sharma, Research Officer for Saudi Arabian affairs, with the Next Century Foundation, delivered an oral statement during the 60th Session of the United
UNHRC60 – Call for Inclusive Reconstruction in Syria
Mr. Shuaier Liu, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, delivered an oral statement during the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights
UNHRC60 – Response to the Blockade on Aid to Gaza
Mr. Dylan Clarke-Stock, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, sent an oral statement to the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights
In Memory of Lord David Alliance (1932-2025)
It is with deep sadness that the Next Century Foundation announces the passing of our Senior Trustee, Lord David Alliance of Manchester, who died peacefully
Rebuilding Syria: Hopes and Hurdles
After 14 years of war and western sanctions, Syria’s economy is in a state of collapse. Around 90% of the population is below the poverty
Qatar, Israel, and the Unravelling of Gulf Security
Qatar’s role as a mediator in the War on Gaza has been dealt a direct blow – literally. Israel’s unprecedented attack in Qatar has thrown
Under Siege: The Humanitarian Aid Crisis in Palestine
Image credit: Ashraf Amra, Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 igo The current famine in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis in the wider Occupied Palestinian Territories
Dr. Saeed’s Letter From Gaza
Another touching letter from Dr. Saeed, whose words capture the weight of memory and the sorrow of a history that still aches. He writes: I
Israel’s Changing Currents: Public Opinion and Waning Support
Israel has been forced to accept a ceasefire on Gaza. The tides of opinion are turning on Israel’s war on Gaza and Netanyahu’s global support is waning. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, was faced with
Occupied Waters: Israel-Syria Water Conflict
Israel’s control over occupied waters in Syrian territories highlights the intersection of water, agriculture, and security interests which result in humanitarian and water instability issues. Israel’s water hegemony is an integral aspect of Israel’s influence
UNHRC60: Enforcing Climate Justice: Human Rights at the Core
Ms. Shristi Sharma, Research Officer for Saudi Arabian affairs, with the Next Century Foundation, delivered an oral statement during the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. She highlighted the landmark advisory opinion
UNHRC60 – Call for Inclusive Reconstruction in Syria
Mr. Shuaier Liu, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, delivered an oral statement during the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. He highlighted Syria’s ongoing displacement crisis, stressing that large-scale
UNHRC60 – Response to the Blockade on Aid to Gaza
Mr. Dylan Clarke-Stock, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, sent an oral statement to the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. He highlighted the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, marked
In Memory of Lord David Alliance (1932-2025)
It is with deep sadness that the Next Century Foundation announces the passing of our Senior Trustee, Lord David Alliance of Manchester, who died peacefully on 18 July 2025. Lord Alliance’s life was a testament
Rebuilding Syria: Hopes and Hurdles
After 14 years of war and western sanctions, Syria’s economy is in a state of collapse. Around 90% of the population is below the poverty line, with over a quarter in extreme poverty. Syria’s income
Qatar, Israel, and the Unravelling of Gulf Security
Qatar’s role as a mediator in the War on Gaza has been dealt a direct blow – literally. Israel’s unprecedented attack in Qatar has thrown peace efforts into disarray, forcing Gulf states to choose between
Under Siege: The Humanitarian Aid Crisis in Palestine
Image credit: Ashraf Amra, Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 igo The current famine in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis in the wider Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT) have been directly caused by the brutal conflict, which
Dr. Saeed’s Letter From Gaza
Another touching letter from Dr. Saeed, whose words capture the weight of memory and the sorrow of a history that still aches. He writes: I saw history as an old, frail man, dragging his heavy
Dr. Saeed’s New Letter From Gaza
Dr. Saeed continues to write to us from Gaza. His latest letter talks about his desperqate struggle to move his family out of Gaza City as Israel invades: These are some of the messages I
A Really Big Thank You to Our NCF Intern Run Supporters
To Our Valued Supporters, The Next Century Foundation extends its sincere gratitude to you for your generous contributions to our Charity Run. Your support has made a significant impact, and we are thrilled to share
Ceasefire Sans Capitulation: Rethinking Peace in Ukraine
Calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine are growing louder – but so are accusations that peace equals surrender. Does ending the war really require humiliating one side, or can we imagine an armistice without capitulation?
Peace Proposal for the Israel-Gaza Conflict
Key Recommendations for Gaza 1. Disarming Hamas and securing the release of Israeli hostages: The Next Century Foundation recommends the disarmament of Hamas’s armed wing, with a final offer for remaining fighters to relocate to
Thank You President Macron!
In view of President Trump´s astonishing decision to deny Palestinian representatives to the United Nations (which begs the question should the UN headquarters be relocated or the next General Assembly meeting be held in Geneva),
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Reports & Statements
to the United Nations
UNHRC60: The Use of Drone Warfare in the Russo-Ukraine War
UNHRC60: Enforcing Climate Justice: Human Rights at the Core
Middle East
Gaza deal – The Inside Story
Next Century Foundation Secretary General William Morris LL.D. has given a timely podcast on the recent ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting whether the ceasefire will
Israel’s Changing Currents: Public Opinion and Waning Support
Israel has been forced to accept a ceasefire on Gaza. The tides of opinion are turning on Israel’s war on Gaza and Netanyahu’s global support
Occupied Waters: Israel-Syria Water Conflict
Israel’s control over occupied waters in Syrian territories highlights the intersection of water, agriculture, and security interests which result in humanitarian and water instability issues.
Yemen
Healing the Nations Conference 2025
Conference Programme We are excited to invite you to register to attend all or part of the Next Century Foundation’s eight-day Healing the Nations conference
Ranking Human Rights across the Middle East
NCF Research Officer Felix Mohaupt explores the human rights landscape of the Middle East, ranking each nation on a number of categories: LGBTQ Rights, Women’s
Yemen Crisis: A Reflection of Regional Power Dynamics
After nearly a decade of war in Yemen, the situation remains unstable, and Yemen remains one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises. With the unofficial
Palestine-Israel
Gaza deal – The Inside Story
Next Century Foundation Secretary General William Morris LL.D. has given a timely podcast on the recent ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting whether the ceasefire will
Israel’s Changing Currents: Public Opinion and Waning Support
Israel has been forced to accept a ceasefire on Gaza. The tides of opinion are turning on Israel’s war on Gaza and Netanyahu’s global support
Occupied Waters: Israel-Syria Water Conflict
Israel’s control over occupied waters in Syrian territories highlights the intersection of water, agriculture, and security interests which result in humanitarian and water instability issues.
The Changing Geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East
Ambassador Mark Hambley and William Morris of the NCF speak at the Policy Studies Organization conference in Washington on the changing political geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East in 2018