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About nervana111

Doctor, blogger and Commentator on Middle East issues. The only practising doctor who write in Middle Eastern politics in UK.

Why I joined the Conservative Party?

Posted on October 19, 2025 by nervana111

I have always been hesitant to join political parties; in the past I have preferred to stay neutral and follow all parties from a distance. I recently, however, have changed my mind and decided to join the Conservative Party, and … Continue reading →

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I am a British Progressive Muslim, and I stand against antisemitism

Posted on October 8, 2025 by nervana111

The terrorist attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Manchester has triggered many personal memories. Having grown up in a region where Jews and Arabs have been separated by an immense psychological iron wall, I loved the opportunity in Britain … Continue reading →

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A discussion on X Space: Asymmetrical warfare against Islamist groups.

Posted on August 8, 2025 by nervana111

It was a pleasure to join a group of experts, on X Space to discuss asymmetrical warfare against Islamist groups. The space was organised by @visegrád24, who is one of X prominent accounts, with 1.4 million followers, in partnership with … Continue reading →

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Podcast:On Saint Catherine Monastery

Posted on June 3, 2025 by nervana111

The monks of the ancient St .Catherine Monastery in Sinai has also resolved to remain within the monastery walls, mourning and praying for its protection and salvation. This symbolic act of protest follows a controversial ruling issued by an Egyptian … Continue reading →

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Podcast:Conservatism versus Islamism

Posted on May 21, 2025 by nervana111

This is a brief podcast on how President Trump visit to the Gulf has highlighted, albeit indirectly, the difference between Conservatism and Islamism, at least socially. A glaring example is this Emirati girls dance open.spotify.com/episode/4pn0PHqZGlG64SRJoW5Sq1

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Podcast: A discussion about Qatar on X Space

Posted on May 19, 2025 by nervana111

The visit of the American President Donald Trump to the Gulf has re-ignited the debate about Qatar’s global activities and links with many Islamist groups. Here is the recording of an X-space that I co-hosted with political scientist Dr.Fundji, in … Continue reading →

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On Egypt and Israel: A discussion on X Space

Posted on February 18, 2025 by nervana111

Yesterday, I joined a round table discussion on X platform about the current tense relations between Egypt and Israel. Many interesting views were raised You can listen to it here https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1yoKMoNYBvWJQ

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How can Egypt handles the Podcast: How can Egypt deals with Trump’s Gaza Proposal

Posted on February 12, 2025 by nervana111

The current rejection, cancelling visit, and raising the populism card are counter-productive Egypt needs new diplomatic approach that include first and foremost🔺REJECTION of Hamas rule of Gaza🔺Clear condemnation of the group atrocities🔺Pledge cooperation to evict Hamas remaining cadres outside Gaza … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Dear President Trump:Qatar is the perfect destination for temporarily relocation of Gaza Refugees; not Egypt and Jordan.

Posted on January 26, 2025 by nervana111

US President Donald Trump said Saturday he’d like to see Jordan, Egypt and other Arab nations increase the number of Palestinian refugees they are accepting from the Gaza Strip — potentially moving out enough of the population to “just clean … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Winners and Losers of Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Posted on January 15, 2025 by nervana111

My brief podcast on the winners and losers of ceasefire deal in Gaza: Winners🔺Biden🔺Trump🔺Qatar🔺Hamas Losers🔺People of Gaza🔺Abbas Mixed results🔺Israel🔺Egypt Listen to my explanation, but one thing is sure, Gaza is now the Idlib of Arabia

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