Thursday Reads

The Israel-Hamas war, democratic backsliding in Georgia, and more. Thursday Reads October 19, 2023 Want to book an interview with our authors or experts? [Click here](. Amid the Israel-Hamas War, An Opportunity? by Henri J. Barkey Time is of the essence if Washington is to attempt a diplomatic intervention in the conflict. [Read it here](. EVENT: The Israel-Hamas War and Iran’s Regional Activities In the wake of Hamas' shocking attack against Israel, much attention has focused on the role of Iran, given its material, financial, and rhetorical support for Hamas. What is the nature of the coordination between Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah? How does Iran perceive its interests in the current conflict? On Tuesday, the Center for the National Interest hosted a virtual discussion of these issues and more with Dr. Raz Zimmt, a leading expert on Iran’s role in the region. [Watch Now]( Hamas’ Calculated Gamble by Justin Conrad Hamas is a declining organization that gambled everything on a single, audacious attack. [Read it here](. Georgian Dream or Georgian Nightmare? by Mark Temnycky Once a leader in reform, Georgia continues its democratic backsliding. [Read it here](. Nicaragua: From Authoritarianism to "Totalitarianism-Lite" by Richard M. Sanders Few would dispute that Nicaraguan president Daniel Ortega has imposed an authoritarian government on his country and that he is willing to use all resources available to retain power. [Read it here](. Want more TNI? Follow us on social media! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Website]( [Email](mailto:editor@nationalinterest.org) [Instagram]( Copyright © 2023 Center for the National Interest, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in for our daily newsletter or registered at an event. Our mailing address is: Center for the National Interest 1025 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 709Washington, DC 20036 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list]( Want to subscribe to our mailing list? [Click here](.