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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
The NCF Under Attack by Hate Group
The Next Century Foundation has been exposed to persistent and well organised cyber attack. It has had its website down for a month but we
Dr. Saeed’s latest letter from Gaza
Dr. Saeed continues to write to us from Gaza. His latest letter highlights the issue of drones. Apart from the fact that these drones seem
Veronica is wobbling for the NCF
Veronica is running, well wobbling, for the Next Century Foundation. The NCF really needs your support to continue. This year we have no major funder
A letter from Gaza
We last shared a message from Dr Saeed in Gaza at Eid. Things were difficult then. Now things are indescribably awful. This is the message
William is Running for the NCF
William is running to raise funds for the NCF. Help please if you can: Use this link to support William
Israel at a Crossroads: Security, Leadership, and a Divided Public
As Israel contends with war on multiple fronts, domestic political tensions are intensifying. Recent polling from the Israel Democracy Institute (IDI) highlights a population united
UNHRC59 Gender-Responsive Recovery a Cornerstone for Peace in Syria
Mr. Taha Emre Altundağ, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, presented an oral statement in the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights
UNHRC59 Urgent Action Needed to Address Human Rights Violations in Sudan
Ms. Eiman Hamza Baldo Head of NCF Sudan, presented an oral statement in the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. This statement
UNHRC59 Concerns over Autonomous Warfare
Mr. Thomas James Rands, Research Officer with the Next Century Foundation, presented an oral statement in the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights
Dr. Said’s Letter From Gaza
Another letter to the Next Century Foundation from Dr Said in Gaza: So, my phone suddenly went silent. It decided to stop working — without warning, without a hint. Just five minutes before “Mr. Jawwal”
The Question of Governance and International Stabilisation in Gaza
Following two years of devastation and conflict in the Gaza Strip, a US-led ceasefire agreement came into effect on October 10th. Since this date, there have been complaints of violations and challenges the agreement and
2025 Iraq Parliamentary Election: Between Representation and Control
Iraq’s next parliamentary election is scheduled for 11 November 2025, marking the country’s sixth national vote since 2005. The electoral system, overseen by the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC), is designed to promote inclusivity and balance among political parties. However, recent
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 fully hold, and providing an incredible backstory to the Trump
UNHRC60: The Use of Drone Warfare in the Russo-Ukraine War
Research Officer Mr. Tanatswa Kubara, representing the Next Century Foundation, delivered an oral statement during the 60th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. He expressed the Foundation’s deep concern over the escalating humanitarian
A Global Crisis of Polarisation and Democratic Decay
It has become a reoccurring global ritual: a violent attack against a political figure. Followed by calls for change, condemnations from public figures, social media posts, and a vow that an attack will never happen
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
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US Moves Towards UNSC Resolution for International Stabilisation Force
On Wednesday, 5 November, the US presented a draft resolution to the UNSC to further establish the US-led peace plan. A mandate from the Security
Weather Reports Say: Dr. Said’s Latest Letter From Gaza
Another letter to the Next Century Foundation from Dr Said in Gaza: Weather reports say that this winter will be the coldest and rainiest in
Congratulate Trump, Defeat Trump and Trumpism – The Dissonance
The following article is by Hillel Shenker, a senior member of the Next Century Foundation and co-editor of the Palestine – Israel Journal. It was
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
US Moves Towards UNSC Resolution for International Stabilisation Force
On Wednesday, 5 November, the US presented a draft resolution to the UNSC to further establish the US-led peace plan. A mandate from the Security
Weather Reports Say: Dr. Said’s Latest Letter From Gaza
Another letter to the Next Century Foundation from Dr Said in Gaza: Weather reports say that this winter will be the coldest and rainiest in
Congratulate Trump, Defeat Trump and Trumpism – The Dissonance
The following article is by Hillel Shenker, a senior member of the Next Century Foundation and co-editor of the Palestine – Israel Journal. It was
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