Research Briefing
Syria one year after Assad: Reconstruction and sanctions
Humanitarian need and population displacement in Syria remains high. Reconstruction is limited. Most sanctions have been removed.
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Research Briefing
Kurdistan Region of Iraq: Introductory profile
This briefing provides an introduction to the Kurdistan Region of Iraq's politics, human rights, and relations with Iraq. It also signposts further reading.
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Research Briefing
The impact of foreign interference on security, trade and democracy
A debate on the impact of foreign interference on security, trade and democracy is scheduled to take place in the House of Commons Chamber on Thursday 11 December 2025. The debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee and will be led by James MacCleary MP
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Research Briefing
Iraq: Introductory country profile
This briefing provides an introduction to Iraq's politics, human rights, trade, and international relations. It also signposts further reading.
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Research Briefing
UNESCO at 80
UNESCO is a UN Agency that has been operating for 80 years. This briefing outlines UNESCO, its functions, and recent challenges.
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Research Briefing
British International Investment: Aid and investment
In 2022, the UK Government relaunched its development finance institution. This paper describes its work and effects on poverty reduction and climate change.
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Research Briefing
UN at 80: Funding challenges at the United Nations
As the UN turns 80, it faces a growing funding crisis. This briefing sets out how the UN is funded, the main causes of the UN's cash crisis, and the main initiatives to address these.
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Research Briefing
UK funding to UN agencies and potential reforms in 2025
The UK is one of the largest donors to UN agencies. How much does it provide and what reforms does the UK want to see?
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Research Briefing
How much aid does the UK spend in India, and why?
What is the value of UK aid to India and on what priorities does it focus?
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Research Briefing
The E3 triggers snapback sanctions against Iran 2025
All UN sanctions against Iran lifted under the 2015 nuclear agreement will be reimposed on 28 September unless a new agreement can be reached.
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Research Briefing
Lebanon 2025: Plans to disarm Hezbollah
The Lebanese Government plans to disarm Hezbollah, whose military power has been weakened by Israel since 2023. What is the plan, and what are its challenges?
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Research Briefing
2025 treaty on the British Indian Ocean Territory/Chagos Archipelago
Under the agreement, the UK will cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius but will pay for the right to operate the Diego Garcia military base
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Research Briefing
Conflict-related sexual violence and the UK’s approach
This research briefing provides information on conflict-related sexual violence, and the UK Government’s approach.
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Research Briefing
Syria after Assad: Consequences and interim authorities 2025
What has happened in Syria after the fall of Assad, who are the main actors, and how has the UK and others responded?
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Research Briefing
Iran: Impacts of June 2025 Israel and US strikes
Describes the effects of the strikes, the domestic situation in Iran, and outlook for the region and Iran's nuclear programme
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