The China-Russia partnership is a highly consequential geopolitical alignment driven by a shared goal of countering U.S. hegemony and reshaping the international order into a multipolar system. While not a formal alliance, this relationship is strengthened by Russia's increasing economic reliance on China following Western sanctions, which allows Beijing to leverage its influence. Policymakers should note that while the partnership projects deep solidarity (as seen in high-level summits), it remains complex and limited by mutual mistrust and competing strategic interests. This enduring alignment poses a significant challenge to U.S. interests and requires continued diplomatic vigilance.
The ISNAD Campaign Against Israel—Toward a New Strategy?
English Summary
The ISNAD influence campaign, linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, has pivoted from a wartime focus on ending the Gaza conflict to a long-term 'sociological warfare' strategy targeting Israel’s internal social fabric. Evidence from social media analysis indicates a shift toward narratives that delegitimize state institutions, foster extreme political polarization, and encourage emigration to undermine national cohesion. This evolution into a more professionalized and defensive operation suggests that Israel must treat such civilian-led digital campaigns as significant threats to its long-term social resilience and national security.
中文摘要
與穆斯林兄弟會有關的 ISNAD 影響力行動，已將重點從戰時結束加薩衝突轉向針對以色列內部社會結構的長期「社會學戰爭」策略。社群媒體分析證據顯示，其敘事正轉向削弱國家機構的正當性、煽動極端政治極化，並透過鼓勵移民來破壞國家凝聚力。這種向更專業化與防禦性運作的演變，顯示以色列必須將此類民間發起的數位行動，視為對其長期社會韌性與國家安全的重大威脅。
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