@jameskerlindsay Avatar @jameskerlindsay Prof James Ker-Lindsay

Prof James Ker-Lindsay posts on YouTube about history, politics, law, russia the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.

Engagements: [------] #

Engagements Line Chart

Mentions: [--] #

Mentions Line Chart

Followers: [-------] #

Followers Line Chart

CreatorRank: [-------] #

CreatorRank Line Chart

Social Influence

Social category influence countries 95.37% travel destinations 3.7% finance 2.78% currencies 0.93% gaming 0.93%

Social topic influence history #2705, politics #1265, law #1829, russia #709, war #1919, ukraine #570, middle east #524, turkey #774, israel #4528, united states 9.26%

Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @lepalazzodimaltaromajpg @sbysa30 @detresfa @gibraltargov @officialparliamentgi

Top Social Posts

Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"Would Russia REALLY Attack Kazakhstan Could Kazakhstan really face a Russian invasion Unease between the two formal allies is growing as Astana pursues its long-standing multi-vector foreign policy balancing close ties with Russia alongside deeper links with China the United States the European Union and regional partners. Ever since Russias invasion of Ukraine that balancing act has become harder. Today thanks to its vast flat 7500-km border sizeable ethnic Russian minority and heavy economic integration Kazakhstan faces unique security risks. And reports of tightened export controls new"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T19:00Z 320K followers, 63.1K engagements

"Why Are PAKISTAN and BANGLADESH Rebuilding Relations Are Pakistan and Bangladesh opening a new chapter in their relations Having weathered civil war atrocities and decades of mistrust following their separation in [----] the two countries now appear to be entering a cautious but significant phase of renewed engagement. In this video we analyse why ties between these two major South Asian Muslim-majority states are warming after more than [--] years of distance. Signals of this thaw have been the rise in trade diplomatic visits and a softening of rhetoric over historical grievances. Also impacting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T19:00Z 320K followers, 87.9K engagements

"What is Happening with Belarus How should we read Trump's recent overtures to Belarus For years the dictatorship aligned with Putin's Russia has been shunned by the West. Yet Washington has eased sanctions on the country helped free political prisoners and even invited Minsk to Trump's new Board of Peace. Is the end-goal to move Belarus away from Moscow boost Trump's humanitarian credentials or open a discrete backdoor to ease pressure on Russia #Belarus #Geopolitics #Russia #Trump #Sanctions #EasternEurope #GlobalPolitics #Diplomacy #WorldAffairs #InternationalRelations #jameskerlindsay"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T18:32Z 320K followers, 12.1K engagements

"Will TURKEY and ARMENIA Finally Make PEACE Can Turkey and Armenia overcome over [---] years of animosity to reset their ties For over a century relations between the two states have been defined by closed borders historical trauma and unresolved disputes stemming from the genocide of [----] and the long conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh. Yet defying the odds today both countries appear closer than ever to a historic breakthrough that could reshape regional politics security and economic cooperation in the South Caucasus. This video explores the factors driving this unexpected shift from Armenias"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T19:00Z 320K followers, 43K engagements

"Are Rwanda and Congo heading for war Tensions between Rwanda and the DRC are at a breaking point. As M23 rebels seize key territory Congo warns of full-scale war while Rwanda defends its actions as security measures. With global powers urging diplomacy is Central Africa on the brink of conflict Watch now and subscribe for updates #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay #Rwanda #Congo #M23 #DRC International Relations Current Affairs International Law James Ker-Lindsay Rwanda Congo M23 DRC Africa Conflict Geopolitics War Crisis Breaking"
YouTube Link 2025-03-06T08:04Z 320K followers, 11.6K engagements

"Is the UN About to COLLAPSE Is the United Nations on the brink of collapse For decades the UN has been at the heart of the international system providing a forum for diplomacy managing conflicts delivering humanitarian aid and tackling global challenges from poverty and disease to climate change. But today the organisation is facing one of the most serious crises in its history. Major donors have cut funding dozens of countries are failing to pay their dues on time and the UN is struggling with acute cash-flow shortages. Programmes are being scaled back staff laid off and essential operations"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T19:00Z 320K followers, 35.5K engagements

"Why Did ISRAEL Recognise SOMALILAND Just why did Israel recognise Somaliland For more than thirty years Somaliland has sought international recognition building democratic institutions and maintaining stability in one of the worlds most volatile regions. Yet no UN member was willing to take that step until Israels surprise announcement on [--] December [----] that it had formally recognised Somaliland and established diplomatic relations. This video explains why Israel made such a controversial move why it triggered widespread condemnation from Somalia African states Arab countries and much of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T19:00Z 320K followers, 147.5K engagements

"TOKELAU Is Independence Possible In May [----] a leader of the tiny Pacific territory of Tokelau suggested that the islands could hold a referendum on independence from New Zealand. If it were to become an independent sovereign state it would become the world's smallest country by quite some margin. So is statehood really a viable option Or is Tokelau simply just too small to be an independent country Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence movements and new countries. If"
YouTube Link 2020-07-10T17:04Z 319K followers, 17.9K engagements

"Is TURKEY Building New ALLIES Could Turkey be on the brink of joining a powerful new Muslim alliance Reports suggest Ankara is considering joining a SaudiPakistan defence pact which considers attacks on one as attacks on both. If so on the one hand it would boost Turkeys influence and security. On the other hand it would complicate NATO ties and regional rivalries potentially reshaping politics across Europe the Middle East and South Asia. #Turkey #SaudiArabia #Pakistan #MuslimWorld #DefencePact #NATO #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #GlobalSecurity International Relations James Ker-Lindsay Turkey"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T20:53Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"MALAYSIA-SINGAPORE What Really Happened Singapore is often presented as the only modern example of a country that gained independence after it was expelled by another state. This followed Malaysia's decision to throw it out of the Federation in August [----]. But just how accurate is that depiction of their separation Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence movements and new countries. If you like what you see please do subscribe. If you want more including exclusive"
YouTube Link 2022-02-11T19:01Z 320K followers, 271.7K engagements

"Can Croatia Confront Its Fascist Past Can Croatia confront its wartime past In July [----] over [------] people gathered in Zagreb for a massive concert by Marko Perkovi known as Thompsona singer long associated with Croatian nationalism. The event hailed as the largest paid concert in history made headlines when parts of the crowd began chanting the Ustae-era slogan Za dom spremni and giving fascist salutes. While Croatian officials downplayed the incident critics at home and abroadincluding the EU and Holocaust remembrance organisationsviewed it as a troubling sign that Croatia still hasnt"
YouTube Link 2025-07-15T18:00Z 319K followers, 73.2K engagements

"Has Syria DEFEATED the Kurds Has Syria defeated the Kurds and ended their attempts at self-rule For much of the Syrian civil war the Kurds of northern and eastern Syria emerged as unlikely winners. As state authority collapsed after [----] Kurdish forces established de facto autonomy built governing institutions and became key US allies in the fight against the Islamic State. But that era now appears to be ending. In early [----] Syrian government forces moved decisively against Kurdish-held areas controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) rolling back territorial self-rule as Damascus"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T19:00Z 320K followers, 113.7K engagements

"Why Is Kosovo in Crisis Bronwyn Jones Kosovos [----] declaration of independence from Serbia marked one of the most significant and controversial moments in modern European history. While the United States and most European Union members quickly recognised Kosovo as a sovereign state many nationsincluding Russia China and more than half of the UNrefused to do so. The ongoing divide has kept Kosovos status a subject of global debate and despite backing from powerful Western allies it continues to struggle with deep political instability not least due to the disruptive leadership of Kosovo PM"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T18:34Z 320K followers, 22K engagements

"Why Is the US REALLY Helping BELARUS Why is the US suddenly engaging with Belarus after years of sanctions and diplomatic isolation The surprising rapprochement between the Trump Administration and Belarus a highly authoritarian state closely aligned with Vladimir Putins Russia bears closer analysis. Long ruled by Alexander Lukashenko Belarus has faced Western condemnation for rigged elections political repression and its support for Russias war in Ukraine. Yet Washington has now eased sanctions secured the release of political prisoners and even welcomed Belarus into Trumps new Board of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T19:00Z 320K followers, 44.7K engagements

"Will JAPAN Defend TAIWAN in a CRISIS Would Japan really intervene if China attacked Taiwan Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichis recent statements suggesting Tokyo might take military action if Beijing moves against the island have triggered diplomatic protests economic retaliation and anger in China. Drawing on deterrence theory and Japans revised security laws this video analyses whether Tokyos warning is a credible signal or strategic messaging designed to deter Beijing reassure Washington and shape domestic politics. With growing concerns about the balance of power in the Taiwan Strait"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T19:28Z 319K followers, 119.9K engagements

"Why Does Israel Protect the Druze Why Does Israel Protect the Druze Why did Israel launch airstrikes deep inside Syria to protect the Druzea small Arab minority it doesnt govern The relationship between Israel and the Druze is one of the most surprising and strategic alliances in the Middle East. From their origins in 11th-century Egypt to their current presence in Israel Syria and Lebanon the Druze have survived through secrecy pragmatism and political flexibility. In Israel they are the only Arabic-speaking group subject to mandatory military service earning them a unique position in the"
YouTube Link 2025-07-22T18:00Z 320K followers, 101.6K engagements

"Could Azerbaijan Now Look to Join NATO Russia and Azerbaijan are facing a major diplomatic crisis. A downed plane mass arrests and rising tensions have shattered years of post-Soviet cooperation. Now Baku is turning westtowards Turkey Israel Ukraine and possibly NATO. Is this a temporary dispute or a lasting shift in the South Caucasus #Russia #Azerbaijan #short #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay International Relations James Ker-Lindsay Russia Azerbaijan crisis South Caucasus geopolitics NATO Azerbaijan Azerbaijan Turkey ties Russia"
YouTube Link 2025-07-15T08:40Z 319K followers, 20.2K engagements

"MONTENEGRO How Did It Win Back Independence In June [----] after almost [--] years Montenegro split from neighbouring Serbia and regained its independence. However few know the extraordinary story of what happened to the country in between. In this video I explore Montenegro's journey from an independent kingdom to an independent sovereign republic through five different countries - including several different variants of Yugoslavia. Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence"
YouTube Link 2020-03-17T22:29Z 319K followers, 22.9K engagements

"Why Is CORSICA So VIOLENT Why does violence continue to plague Corsica Scarred by a separatist insurgency that launched thousands of attacks the French Mediterranean island has never found real peace. And as the recent assassination of a nationalist leader reveals the organised crime that grew from the island's former militant networks has left an enduring deadly legacy. #Corsica #TrueCrime #OrganisedCrime #EuropeanHistory #FrenchPolitics #SeparatistMovements #PoliticalViolence #Mafia #Mediterranean #Geopolitics #internationalrelations #jameskerlindsay International Relations James"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T18:32Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"We need to talk about Kosovo Kosovos declaration of independence in [----] remains one of the most divisive issues in modern international relations splitting global opinion and influencing conflicts like those in Ukraine. This video explores the complex legal historical and political dimensions of Kosovos independence which challenged long-standing principles of territorial integrity and self-determination. While Kosovos supporters argue its a unique case due to systematic human rights violations and its status under UN administration critics claim it violated established norms creating a"
YouTube Link 2024-11-19T19:00Z 320K followers, 329.2K engagements

"How POWERFUL is Russia Is Russia still a great power Long a dominant force it remains a vast resource-rich and nuclear-armed nation maintaining a permanent seat on the UN Security Council. Yet its economy is weak and its soft power limited while the Ukraine war has revealed key military and structural flaws. Weighed all together Russia today is left better at disruption rather than leadership. #Geopolitics #Russia #GreatPower #InternationalRelations #GlobalPolitics #UkraineWar #WorldAffairs #PowerShift #ForeignPolicy #UNSecurityCouncil #JamesKerLindsay International Relations James"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T19:54Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"What NOW for Syrias KURDS Is Kurdish self-rule over in Syria After more than a decade of war government forces are moving to dismantle Kurdish autonomy in the north and east. But while supporters say this may reunify Syria with Kurds trading self-rule for promised rights critics warn the developments could foster new grievances and further instability. #Syria #KurdishAutonomy #MiddleEast #SyrianConflict #Kurds #Geopolitics #CivilWar #RegionalStability #InternationalRelations #NewsShorts #jameskerlindsay International Relations James Ker-Lindsay Syria Kurds Syrias Kurds Kurds in Syria Kurds"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T19:40Z 320K followers, 10.4K engagements

"Will BOSNIA Really Return to WAR Did the Dayton Peace Accords fail Bosnia and Herzegovina Have they left the country trapped Three decades after it ended the Bosnian War what is the legacy of the [----] agreement Joining me to explore this topic is Bosnia expert Ian Bancroft who reflects on the 1992-95 Bosnian War and the lasting impact of the Dayton Accords. Our discussion revisits the origins and brutality of the conflict following the break-up of Yugoslavia driving ethnic cleansing mass displacement war crimes and the Srebrenica genocide. Bancroft explains how the Dayton Agreement was"
YouTube Link 2025-12-16T19:01Z 320K followers, 19K engagements

"Why did Britain have to give up the Chagos Islands In October [----] the UK government agreed to transfer the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius sparking both international praise and domestic controversy. This decision ended decades of legal disputes over the islands which have been under British control since the 19th century. The Chagos Archipelago strategically located in the Indian Ocean includes Diego Garcia a key US military air base. While much of the global community welcomed the move critics in Britain argue it threatens national security and undermines the UKs"
YouTube Link 2024-10-11T18:00Z 320K followers, 61.7K engagements

"Will Trump Finally Recognise Somaliland Is Donald Trump about to recognise Somaliland as an independent state Since returning to office in [----] speculation has grown that he may overturn decades of U.S. policy and acknowledge Somalilands sovereignty. Those in favour argue this would reward Somalilands [--] years of stability democracy and governance while giving Washington a vital strategic partner in the Horn of Africa. Certainly with its six million people functioning institutions and the rapidly expanding port of Berbera backed by UAE investment Somaliland sits on one of the worlds most"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T18:01Z 320K followers, 81.4K engagements

"Will TURKEY Join a New Muslim ALLIANCE Could Turkey be preparing to join a major new alliance Ankaras possible entry into a new Saudi Arabia-Pakistan mutual defence pact has become one of the most intriguing questions in global geopolitics. After President Recep Tayyip Erdoans recent high-profile visit to Riyadh speculation has grown that Ankara could join what some commentators are already calling an Islamic NATO. The existing Saudi-Pakistan defence agreement signed in [----] commits both sides to mutual military support and reflects decades of close political military and economic cooperation"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T19:00Z 320K followers, 70.5K engagements

"What is the Sovereign Military Order of Malta Many have said that the Sovereign Military Order of Malta is best understood as a state without territory - a landless country. After all as the name suggests it claims sovereignty. It also has international personality. It even has diplomatic relations with over [---] countries. However it has no formal territory. So does this really make it a state or country In this video I explore the Order and set out how we can really best understand it. Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations"
YouTube Link 2020-04-10T17:13Z 320K followers, 69.1K engagements

"Cameroon Africa's Forgotten Crisis Why has the world overlooked the brutal civil war in Cameroon For nearly a decade a violent conflict has raged between English-speaking separatists and the French-speaking central government leaving over [----] dead and displacing more than half a million people. Despite its devastating impact the war has received little international media attention or political intervention. Unlike conflicts in Ukraine or the Middle East Cameroons crisis lacks global strategic interest making it largely ignored by major powers and Western news outlets. But why has this war"
YouTube Link 2025-02-14T20:00Z 320K followers, 164.4K engagements

"WESTERN SAHARA The Story of a Stolen Country By all accounts Western Sahara should be a fully independent sovereign state and a member of the United Nations. Instead it finds itself divided and largely occupied; its independence recognised by just one fifth of the international community. In this video I explain how and why Western Sahara was denied the right of self-determination and a chance for full sovereign independent statehood. Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession"
YouTube Link 2020-05-08T17:30Z 320K followers, 21.5K engagements

"Has Russia Lost Azerbaijan Has Russia lost Azerbaijan Once seen as pragmatic partners Russia and Azerbaijan are now locked in a serious diplomatic breakdown. Following decades of cautious cooperation rooted in shared Soviet history and regional ties tensions have exploded since [----]. The downing of an Azerbaijani passenger jet the deaths of Azerbaijani nationals in Russian custody and retaliatory arrests in Baku have pushed relations to their lowest point since independence. With growing distrust tit-for-tat reprisals and strategic realignment underway could Azerbaijan be heading Westpossibly"
YouTube Link 2025-07-08T18:01Z 320K followers, 187.2K engagements

"Can THAILAND Beat Its MALAY Insurgency Can Thailand defeat the brutal decades-long conflict in its South In spite of the country's global reputation for tourism and cultural heritage a deep-rooted conflict endures in its Malay Muslim-majority provinces of Pattani Yala and Narathiwat claiming thousands of lives through bombings assassinations and guerrilla attacks. Here we examine the historical origins of the unrest from the legacy of the Pattani Sultanate to policies of assimilation and political marginalisation and consider how groups like Barisan Revolusi Nasional (BRN) have used"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T19:00Z 320K followers, 90.5K engagements

"The End of HEZBOLLAH Can Lebanon finally end Hezbollah's domination and force it to disarm For over [--] years the Islamist group has been one of the most powerful forces in the country. Backed by Iran it emerged during the Lebanese Civil War as a militia fighting Israel but has since grown into a so-called state within a state. Entrenched in Lebanons politics and regional conflicts it has clashed with Israel and intervened in the Syrian Civil War. But given the recent assassination of its leader Hassan Nasrallah heavy Israeli strikes the fall of Assads regime in Syria and Irans own military"
YouTube Link 2025-08-22T18:00Z 320K followers, 93K engagements

"Are Serbia-Turkey Relations Collapsing Have ties between Serbia and Turkey reached breaking point After years of each country appearing well-disposed to the other relations between Belgrade and Ankara have now come under increasing pressure. Once historic rivals divided by centuries of conflict under the Ottoman Empire the two states surprised many by forging a strong partnership throughout the 2010s and early 2020s. Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdoan and Serbia's Aleksandar Vui developed close ties boosting trade infrastructure and defence cooperation even managing to keep their differences over"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T18:00Z 320K followers, 71.8K engagements

"Why Is Qatar So POWERFUL What explains Qatar's rise from small Gulf nation to influential player in international affairs Leveraging its vast natural gas reserves and immense wealth Qatar has positioned itself as a mediator in regional conflicts a hub for global transport and media and a key strategic partner for the United States thanks to its hosting the Al Udeid Air Base. Meanwhile its investments in diplomacy soft power and cultural initiatives such as the launch of broadcaster Al Jazeera the expansion of Qatar Airways and putting on the [----] FIFA World Cup have elevated its visibility on"
YouTube Link 2025-09-26T18:44Z 320K followers, 32.3K engagements

"SLOVENIA The Tragic Case of Yugoslavia's 'Erased' In June [----] Slovenia declared independence from Yugoslavia prompting a ten-day war with forces of the Yugoslav People's Army the JNA. Months later the Slovenian Government announced that all Yugoslavs wishing to stay in the country had to apply for Slovenian citizenship. While the vast majority of them did so over [-----] failed to meet the deadline. Several months later they were deleted from Slovenia's record of permanent residents thereby losing all their social economic and political rights. Thirty years later many of them - a group known"
YouTube Link 2021-07-16T18:24Z 320K followers, 95.7K engagements

"Is Albania Europe's Rising Star How Did Albania Become Europes Rising Star Once one of Europes most closed and repressive regimes Albania is now emerging as one of the continents most promising rising stars. But how did Albania transform itself from an isolated Stalinist dictatorship under Enver Hoxha into a vibrant democracy with growing international influence Here I trace the countrys journey from the chaos of the 1990smarked by economic collapse and civil unrestto its recovery in the 2000s and its modern image as a booming tourist destination and NATO member. With EU accession talks now"
YouTube Link 2025-07-01T18:01Z 320K followers, 96.4K engagements

"Could WAR Restart in BOSNIA How likely is war to break out again in Bosnia In spite of fears of a return to arms todays regional realities make such conflict unlikely. Of the two original powers driving the war Croatia is embedded in the EU and NATO and supports Bosnian Croats institutionally. While Serbia in spite of ally Milorad Dodik's secessionist rhetoric lacks political or public appetite for conflict focusing instead on restraint and stability. #BosniaAndHerzegovina #Balkans #RegionalStability #ConflictPrevention #Geopolitics #EuropeanUnion #NATO #WesternBalkans #PeaceAndSecurity"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T17:18Z 320K followers, 14.8K engagements

"Has Europe Lost Moldova Could Russia be about to regain control over Moldova More than three decades after the fall of the Soviet Union the small Eastern European state remains deeply divided as it heads into one of the highest-stakes elections in its recent history. While pro-European leaders including President Maia Sandu and her Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) have sought closer ties with the European Union securing EU candidate status in [----] Russia has maintained its grip on large parts of Moldovan society via energy dependency media economic ties and long-standing cultural"
YouTube Link 2025-09-23T18:00Z 320K followers, 26.6K engagements

"Is Bulgaria Really Turning Towards Russia Bulgarias ties with Russia are once more under the spotlight since the start of the Ukraine war raising questions about European unity and NATO solidarity. With Hungary and Slovakia already edging closer to Moscow some fear Bulgaria could follow. Shared history lingering pro-Russian sentiment and growing dissatisfaction with EU integration are fuelling concerns about a potential shift in Sofias foreign policy. At the same time the rise of the far-right Revival party opposition to the euro and nostalgia for the Soviet era add to speculation that"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T18:00Z 320K followers, 76.6K engagements

"Will Trump REALLY Dominate the Americas Is the United States trying to reassert control over the Americas For more than [---] years US foreign policy has been shaped by the idea that the Western Hemisphere falls within a special American sphere of influence most famously expressed in the Monroe Doctrine. After the Cold War this approach appeared to soften with Washington favouring economic integration democracy promotion and multilateral cooperation over direct coercion. However under Donald Trump this long-standing restraint has ended. From threats against Mexico and Panama to talk of annexing"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T19:00Z 320K followers, 44.6K engagements

"What are DE FACTO STATES (And how many are there) De facto states - otherwise known as 'contested states' 'unrecognised states' 'partially recognised states' or 'states with limited recognition' - have become a real source of fascination for many working on statehood secession and independence. But what are they And how many are there While the concept of de facto statehood is easy to grasp it is incredibly difficult to define which territories qualify as de facto states - let alone put together a single definitive list of them. In this video I explain why. Hello and welcome My name is James"
YouTube Link 2020-05-01T17:32Z 320K followers, 31K engagements

"Should Serbia Join NATO Could or should Serbia reconsider NATO membership Even as Russias invasion of Ukraine has reshaped European security and renewed NATOs focus on collective defence Serbia remains one of the most significant European states outside the alliance. And despite being almost entirely surrounded by NATO members and formally pursuing EU integration Belgrade strongly opposes NATO membership. In this video I explore the reasons for this enduring intransigence examining Serbias strategic position in the Western Balkans its historical commitment to non-alignment dating back to the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T19:00Z 320K followers, 43K engagements

"Are SAUDI ARABIA and the UAE Heading for WAR Are Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates heading towards conflict Once regarded as the closest of Gulf allies Riyadh and Abu Dhabi now find themselves locked in an increasingly intense rivalry that some predict could lead to war. So how has a relationship built on shared security interests conservative monarchic rule and cooperation within the Gulf Cooperation Council deteriorated into mistrust competition and proxy confrontation Central to this breakdown is the civil war in Yemen where Saudi Arabia and the UAE backed opposing local actors and"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T19:00Z 320K followers, 135K engagements

"Has Morocco finally won Western Sahara For over fifty years Western Sahara's future has been fiercely disputed with Morocco controlling the territory and the Sahrawi people awaiting a promised referendum on independence. Recently French President Emmanuel Macron announced a significant policy shift declaring that self-rule within Morocco is the only solution. This decision marks a drastic departure from previous French policy and poses a serious threat to the Sahrawi people's hopes for independence. With France being a key player in international diplomacy this move could significantly alter"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T18:39Z 320K followers, 60.7K engagements

"Can Tuvalu Be Saved Can Tuvalu be saved Thanks to climate change Tuvalu one of the worlds smallest most remote island nations is in a race against time. As rising sea levels threaten to make the country uninhabitable this video explores Tuvalu's unprecedented challengesnot only environmental but also legal political and existential. What happens to a sovereign state when it loses its territory Can Tuvalu survive as a "state without land" Here we examine the future of Tuvalu climate migration and the evolving rules of international law. As the clock ticks boldsometimes desperatestrategies are"
YouTube Link 2025-08-15T18:00Z 320K followers, 21.1K engagements

"ALGERIA-MOROCCO A Neverending Conflict Is the Cold War between Morocco and Algeria finally coming to an end For decades Rabat and Algiers have been locked in one of the most enduring rivalries in North Africa which has shaped politics security and regional integration across the Maghreb. Despite their shared history culture and religion deeper differences in political systems foreign policy orientations and colonial legacies have driven persistent mistrust. In this video we look at how tensions between the two countries first emerged after independence and were later entrenched by ideological"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T19:00Z 320K followers, 43.5K engagements

"Are Pakistan and Afghanistan Heading for WAR Are Pakistan and Afghanistan heading for war After years of rising tensions recent cross-border clashes and drone strikes have marked the most serious confrontation between the two neighbours in decades. As the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) continues to launch deadly attacks from Afghan soil Islamabad has struck back with air and artillery strikes with Kabul retaliating in kind. It wasn't always this way. Once close allies Pakistan in the past helped bring the Afghan Taliban to power. Today ties have collapsed over terrorist sanctuaries Pashtun"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T18:00Z 320K followers, 173.9K engagements

"Is Eritrea's Dictatorship Ending Has Eritreas brutal dictatorship reached its breaking point Ruled by Isaias Afwerki for over [--] years the country is infamous for repression and isolation. But with rising opposition tensions with Ethiopia and Afwerki nearing [--] could change finally be coming to Eritrea #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay #Eritrea #IsaiasAfwerki #Afwerki International Relations Current Affairs International Law James Ker-Lindsay Eritrea Isaias Afwerki Eritrea dictatorship Africa's North Korea Eritrea regime human"
YouTube Link 2025-03-30T08:00Z 320K followers, 40.5K engagements

"France ends Western Sahara's independence Western Sahara has long been promised an independence referendum. However with France's new position favouring Morocco's proposal for self-rule prospects for a vote have diminished. But is this really the end of hopes that it will become a fully independent country Let me know below. And please don't forget to subscribe for more on international relations conflict security and statehood. #Short #Shorts #WesternSahara #InternationalRelations #EmmanuelMacron #Morocco #SahrawiPeople #SelfDetermination #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #ConflictResolution"
YouTube Link 2024-09-12T08:02Z 320K followers, 18.7K engagements

"Angola's Wars 1961-2002 Conflict Explainer The Angolan Civil War was one of the most important long-running and brutal conflicts of modern African history. Angolas journey from colonial rule to independence and through decades of civil war is a tragic yet pivotal chapter in international relations. Following its struggle for independence from Portugal Angola was thrust into a 27-year civil war which became one of the most brutal Cold War proxy conflicts. The Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) backed by the Soviet Union and Cuba clashed with the United States and South"
YouTube Link 2025-01-14T19:21Z 320K followers, 40.6K engagements

"Could IRAN Really Restore Its KING Could Iran really restore its king As protests spread across Iran an unexpected question has re-entered public debate: could Iran really restore its monarchy For decades opposition to the Islamic Republic focused on reform or the creation of a secular republic. But amid economic collapse repression and growing anger toward clerical rule royalist symbols have begun to reappear. Calls for regime change have coincided with the prominent role of exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi whose support for protesters has fuelled speculation about a possible return of the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T20:13Z 320K followers, 48.8K engagements

"Why is CORSICA So VIOLENT Can Corsica escape its violent past Corsica has long been associated with natural beauty and a strong regional identity but behind this image lies a far darker story. For decades the French Mediterranean island was gripped by a violent separatist insurgency that carried out thousands of bombings and attacks in the name of national liberation. Although the armed struggle eventually subsided Corsica never truly escaped its legacy. Today it has one of the highest murder rates in France a reality brought back into the international spotlight by the recent assassination"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T19:00Z 320K followers, 81.9K engagements

"Understanding Irish Foreign Policy Ben Tonra How should we understand Irish foreign policy Over the past century Irelands foreign relations have undergone a significant transformation. Once defined by the constraints of the Irish Free State and its ties to the United Kingdom Ireland gradually established its own international identity forging strong links with the United States and later the European Union. Today Dublin is a confident independent voice in global affairs. This transformation has positioned Ireland as an important player in shaping European and transatlantic ties balancing"
YouTube Link 2025-10-07T18:00Z 319K followers, 44.3K engagements

"Understanding Turkish Foreign Policy Soner aaptay How should we read Turkeys shifting foreign policy over recent decades Once firmly aligned with the West through NATO membership and its long-standing pursuit of European Union accession Ankara is now navigating a more independent course. Under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Turkey's series of pivots and seemingly non-committal stance on issues such as the Ukraine War have kept the West guessing as the country redefines its global role. At the same time tensions with Washington and Brussels have intensified as Ankara has strengthened ties with"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T18:00Z 320K followers, 111.4K engagements

"Is Russia STILL a Great Power Can Russia still be considered a great power For much of modern history Russia has been regarded as one of the worlds great powers shaping borders defeating major rivals and playing a decisive role in the international system. But today that status is increasingly being questioned. Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine was intended to demonstrate strength and resolve yet it has instead exposed significant military economic and structural weaknesses. But what does it really mean to be a great power in international relations why the concept is so contested and"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T19:00Z 320K followers, 56.3K engagements

"Is Kosovo Genuinely a Sovereign State In this Q&A I tackle one of the most contentious questions in international politics: Is Kosovo really a country More than [--] years after declaring independence from Serbia Kosovo is recognised by around 90-100 states yet it remains blocked from joining the UN and opposed by key powers like Russia China and even several EU members. I also explore a second equally provocative issue: Should EU countries that recognised Kosovo reconsider their decision to avoid accusations of hypocrisy over other separatist movements From questions of statehood and"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T20:40Z 320K followers, 52.1K engagements

"Will BHUTAN Rewrite GLOBAL POLITICS Could tiny Bhutan rewrite global politics As one of Asias smallest states the landlocked kingdom sits at the centre of a major geopolitical fault line between India and China. Despite rarely making global headlines the BhutanChina border dispute including the Doklam Plateau to the remote Himalayan valleys has shaped South Asia's balance of power for decades. Chinas territorial claims Indias security concerns over the Siliguri Corridor and Bhutans strategic balancing act between its powerful neighbours have repeatedly pushed the region toward confrontation"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T19:00Z 320K followers, 71K engagements

"GUINEA-BISSAU How Did It Become a Narco-State On [--] February [----] an attempted military coup took place is the small and impoverished African country of Guinea-Bissau. Coming soon after a number of other military uprisings elsewhere in West Africa many assumed that this was part of the wider wave of army takeovers. But things are rather different in Guinea-Bissau. Not only does the country have a long history of political instability and military coups it has also emerged as Africa's first and seemingly most enduring narco-state. So what lay behind this latest rebellion Hello and welcome My"
YouTube Link 2022-03-11T19:00Z 320K followers, 46.1K engagements

"What Was the Lebanese Civil War The Lebanese Civil War (19751990) stands as one of the most complex and devastating conflicts of the modern era driven by deep-rooted sectarian tensions political power struggles and major foreign interventions. This video explores the origins of the conflict from Lebanons colonial past and demographic imbalances to the fragile National Pact power-sharing system. As the countrys Muslim population grew and Palestinian refugees poured in following the [----] Arab-Israeli War and later the expulsion of the PLO from Jordan internal divisions deepened. By 1975"
YouTube Link 2025-06-03T19:34Z 320K followers, 70.8K engagements

"GIBRALTAR Britain's Unsolvable Dispute In this video we delve into the ongoing territorial dispute over Gibraltar between Britain and Spain. After years of negotiations both sides are close to a deal addressing issues stemming from the United Kingdoms decision to leave the European Union (Brexit). However this agreement wont end the 300-year-old sovereignty conflict over this strategically vital region. Gibraltar a small yet significant rocky peninsula at the southern tip of Spain has been under British control since the Treaty of Utrecht in [----]. Its strategic position overseeing the"
YouTube Link 2024-07-12T18:26Z 319K followers, 306.5K engagements

"Is IRAN Facing a New BALOCH INSURGENCY Is a renewed Baloch insurgency brewing in Iran In the wake of the [----] IranIsrael conflict Tehran managed to avert regime collapse and territorial loss yet the war nonetheless exposed deep internal vulnerabilities. Today as post-war repression intensifies in the Islamic Republic long-standing grievances among its ethnic minorities are resurfacing most notably in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan. Home to Irans Sunni Baloch population the region has long suffered from economic marginalisation underdevelopment and heavy militarisation."
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T19:01Z 320K followers, 76K engagements

"RUSSIA Why Ukraine Really Changes Everything Russia's invasion of Ukraine has been heavily criticised internationally. However many observers suggest that it is no worse than the invasions carried out by the West in places such as Afghanistan and Iraq in [----] and [----] or against Yugoslavia in [----]. But is this really the case Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence movements and new countries. If you like what you see please do subscribe. If you want more including"
YouTube Link 2022-03-08T19:00Z 308K followers, 192.2K engagements

"Is the UK-US Partnership in TROUBLE This video tackles two questions submitted by viewers each addressing a different aspect of Britains relationship with the United States. The first asks whether the US-UK special relationship is actually real or whether it has always been more slogan than substance. The idea was especially prominent during the BlairBush years when Britain closely aligned itself with Washington on Iraq and the wider War on Terror. But was there ever anything genuinely special about the relationship or has it mainly served as a convenient phrase used by successive British"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T19:00Z 320K followers, 22.1K engagements

"Is Trump out of control Can Europe manage him Livestream Donald Trump has been in office for just one month and already he has completely overturned domestic politics and international relations. More worryingly there are signs that he is taking the US in a dangerous direction. As well as imposing authoritarian control over the US government he's threatening neighbours abandoning Europe and cozying up to Russia. Meanwhile his closest allies and supporters seem to be openly endorsing Nazism. So it is time we ask - in all seriousness - whether the Make America Great Again movement is now really"
YouTube Link 2025-02-23T16:15Z 238K followers, 12.1K engagements

"Is Syria Finally Stabilizing Is Syria stabilizing Six months after the dramatic fall of the Assad regime Syria finds itself at a critical crossroads. While the collapse of the long-standing dictatorship shocked the Middle East hopes for a swift transition to peace and stability remain uncertain. The new administration led by Ahmed al-Sharaa and backed by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has made tentative moves towards governance and reformincluding an interim constitution and a new cabinetbut deep concerns persist. With HTS's jihadist roots questions about future democratic development and"
YouTube Link 2025-06-06T18:10Z 304K followers, 79K engagements

"Who Should be the Next Head of the UN Who will lead the United Nations next With current Secretary-General Antnio Guterres two terms up at the end of [----] the process to select his successor has now begun amid conflicts funding cuts and debate over regional rotation and gender representation. Candidates like Mia Mottley and Michelle Bachelet are among the frontrunners though surprises are yet possible. Ultimately the Security Councils veto powers will shape the [----] choice for the UNs top role. #UN #UNSecretaryGeneral #GlobalPolitics #InternationalRelations #UnitedNations #SecurityCouncil"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T10:27Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"AZERBAIJAN Ethnic Cleansing Karabakh On [--] September [----] Azerbaijan launched a major new offensive against the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh. However within [--] hours the territory had surrendered. Since then there has been a steady stream of refugees as tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians flee. But this exodus has sparked a fierce debate. While Armenia has called it ethnic cleansing Azerbaijan strongly rejects this accusation. Instead it argues that people are leaving voluntarily. So how exactly should we understand their departure The conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh (also known as"
YouTube Link 2023-09-29T18:00Z 311K followers, 107K engagements

"Has India Lost Bangladesh Why have relations between India and Bangladesh collapsed Once hailed as South Asias closest allies India and Bangladesh are now facing one of the deepest crises in their relationship since [----]. For decades the two neighbours shared strong diplomatic cultural and economic tiesbolstered by Indias role in Bangladeshs independence. But that partnership has sharply unravelled. In the wake of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasinas exile and growing unrest in Bangladesh bilateral ties have soured dramatically. Trade deals have collapsed diplomatic rows have intensified and"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T18:01Z 305K followers, 98.5K engagements

"What Does the ECHR Really Do How has the European Court of Human Rights shaped modern freedoms Over decades its rulings have protected journalists sources limited extradition to death-penalty states driven the decriminalisation of homosexuality advanced protections against violence toward women and clarified state responsibility for abuses beyond national borders even in occupied or contested territories. #EuropeanCourtOfHumanRights #HumanRightsLaw #InternationalJustice #FreedomOfExpression #LGBTQRights #WomensRights #PressFreedom #InternationalLaw #RuleOfLaw #HumanRightsHistory"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T10:06Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"Will TRUMP Overthrow MADURO Is US President Donald Trump planning regime change in Venezuela In recent months signs would suggest his administration may be about to topple strongman President Nicols Maduro. Naval deployments near Venezuelan waters targeted strikes on suspected drug boats and increasingly hostile rhetoric towards Maduro have all fuelled such speculation. But how likely is such an operation And what form might it take Here we explore the full range of possible US actions from covert operations and sanctions to limited strikes or even a full-scale invasion and weigh the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T19:01Z 316K followers, 27K engagements

"SOMALILAND-PUNTLAND A Somali Clan Conflict While international attention has been on Somalia's battle against Al-Shabaab a severe conflict has emerged in the Horn of Africa between Somaliland and several clans that want to remain part of Somalia or join neighbouring Puntland. This has led to fighting around Las Anod (Laascaanood) the administrative city of the eastern province of Sool which is seeking to establish its own breakaway administration: Khatumo State of Somalia. This has left hundreds dead and forced over two hundred thousand to flee. All this makes it a complex conflict as both"
YouTube Link 2023-03-31T18:20Z 303K followers, 179K engagements

"UNITED STATES A Fading Pacific Power Over the course of [----] the United States will aim to conclude a series of vital agreements with what are known as the Freely Associated States (FAS). These three countries - the Federated States of Micronesia the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Republic of Palau - have a very special and unusual form of relationship with the USA. Under a system known as free association they allow Washington to have complete authority over the defence and security in return for significant aid grants and an agreement to let their citizens live and work in the US."
YouTube Link 2023-01-13T19:11Z 308K followers, 103.7K engagements

"Has the US Now Gone Completely ROGUE Has the United States under Trump now abandoned international law entirely and become a rogue state In this livestream we examine the dramatic news that the United States has seized and arrested the Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro and transferred him to New York for trial. In the meantime Donald Trump has declared that Washington will now run the country. We will delve into the events leading up to the seizure how it happened what it means and what happens next. We will also explore key questions such as the legal basis if any for a U.S. president to"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T18:00Z 320K followers, 25.3K engagements

"IRELAND Time to join NATO As the war in Ukraine continues there has been a growing debate in Ireland about its traditional policy of military neutrality and whether it should now consider joining NATO. Having expressed its full support for Ukraine and with growing Russian naval activity around its shores the Irish government has announced a public consultation on its defence policy and future strategic alignment. But will it really go so far as to end its neutral stance in world affairs and join the Western alliance For much of its history Ireland has clung to the principle of military"
YouTube Link 2023-05-19T18:00Z 303K followers, 409.4K engagements

"GUYANA A Venezuelan Invasion On [--] December [----] Venezuela held a referendum over its claims to a large part of neighbouring Guyana even though it had been asked not to do so by the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Despite a low turnout the country's president Nicolas Maduro claimed overwhelming support for annexation. Since then Caracas has moved swiftly to assert its sovereignty over the territory. As well as creating a new federal state of Guayana Esequiba it has produced maps showing the territory as part of Venezuela and ordered international oil companies to leave the area. However"
YouTube Link 2023-12-08T19:00Z 305K followers, 181.3K engagements

"Will Bougainville Ever Gain Independence Will Bougainville ever be independent The island of Bougainville has been striving for independence from Papua New Guinea for decades. After fighting a bloody civil war signing the Bougainville Peace Agreement (BPA) and holding a referendum in 2019where nearly 98% of voters chose independencethe island remains in political limbo. Despite a [----] deadline for final separation Papua New Guinea appears hesitant to let go largely due to Bougainvilles vast natural resources including copper gold and rare earth minerals. But will the Bougainville leadership"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T19:00Z 237K followers, 22.3K engagements

"Will the US Invade Venezuela Is Trump planning to bring down Venezuelas Nicolas Maduro Naval deployments strikes on Venezuela-linked boats and sharp rhetoric have fuelled speculation of impending regime change in the Latin American country. Given Washingtons history of toppling governments it deems hostile the jury is out on whether US moves in the Caribbean signal real strategy or merely the ramping up of psychological pressure. #Venezuela #DonaldTrump #NicolasMaduro #USForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #RegimeChange #InternationalRelations #USNavy #LatinAmericaPolitics #GlobalTensions #WorldNews"
YouTube Link 2025-11-17T14:18Z 319K followers, [----] engagements

"Can Pakistan beat its Baloch Rebels Pakistans Baloch insurgency is escalating. In March militants hijacked a train with [---] hostages sparking a deadly military response. With decades of unrest in Balochistan the crisis is once again in the spotlight. Can Pakistan end the conflict or is it spiralling beyond control"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T09:01Z 316K followers, [----] engagements

"Are Serbia-Turkey Relations Ruined Are Serbia-Turkey ties unravelling Having once enjoyed a golden age more recently relations have soured following Turkish drone sales to Kosovo with Serbias Aleksandar Vui accusing Ankara of Neo-Ottoman ambitions. While Vui has since rowed back on his outburst the rift reveals how history identity and regional ambitions still have the power to undermine alliances. #Serbia #Turkey #Trkiye #SerbiaTurkeyRelations #Erdogan #Vucic #BalkansPolitics #Geopolitics #Kosovo #TurkeyForeignPolicy #SerbiaNews #InternationalRelations #BalkanTensions #InternationalRelations"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T09:01Z 305K followers, [----] engagements

"What Next for SOMALILAND What drove Somalilands recognition by Israel and how significant is this milestone After three decades Hargeisa has gained recognition from Tel Aviv in a first step towards parity of standing among other sovereign states. Yet Israel's decision was a legal rather than a political move linked to its need for Red Sea security and thwarting Iran-backed threats from Yemen. Now in spite of Somalia's condemnation the jury is out as to whether other key states such as the US will recognise Somaliland as well. #Somaliland #Israel #RedSeaSecurity #HornOfAfrica #Geopolitics"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T15:33Z 320K followers, 10.9K engagements

"MOROCCO-ALGERIA Eternal Enemies Can Morocco and Algeria finally turn the page on their long rivalry Decades of disputes over Western Sahara and differences in ideology have driven mistrust closed borders and broken ties despite the two countries' shared culture. Yet today economic strain and regional instability are reviving talks with possible US involvement in spite of the long shadow cast by past failures. #Morocco #Algeria #NorthAfrica #WesternSahara #Geopolitics #RegionalStability #Diplomacy #InternationalRelations #Maghreb #GlobalPolitics #jameskerlindsay International Relations James"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:00Z 320K followers, [----] engagements

"Could BRITAIN Rejoin the EU In this Q&A I tackle some of the biggest and most intriguing questions in international politics and statehood. Could Britain ever rejoin the European Union and if it did would it be forced to adopt the euro or join the Schengen Area I also explore the situation in Moldova where the autonomous region of Gagauzia has been showing growing signs of tension with the central government. Could this lead to another separatist conflict on Europes periphery Ill also look at how the new Czech government could reshape the countrys relationship with the EU and influence its"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T19:00Z 319K followers, 52K engagements

"CONGO A Rwandan Invasion In June [----] a high-level UN panel accused Rwanda of supporting an insurgence in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. While the Rwandan Government has angrily denied that it lies behind the group known as M23 many Western states are pointing the finger of blame at Kigali. So what lies behind the tensions between Rwanda and the DRC And could we be about to see another Congo War The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda have had a complicated and brutal history. Having been under Belgiums colonial they were subject to numerous atrocities."
YouTube Link 2023-06-30T18:07Z 318K followers, 144.7K engagements

"The Next GULF WAR Are Saudi Arabia and the UAE drifting toward war Once close Gulf allies today their partnership has fractured over rival ambitions economic competition and the Yemen conflict turning cooperation into confrontation. With Riyadh and Abu Dhabi backing opposing Middle East and Africa forces mutual mistrust is raising fears their rivalry could spiral beyond control. #MiddleEast #GulfPolitics #SaudiArabia #UAE #Geopolitics #YemenWar #InternationalRelations #RegionalSecurity #GlobalAffairs #PoliticalRisk #jameskerlindsay International Relations James Ker-Lindsay Saudi Arabia United"
YouTube Link 2026-01-19T17:50Z 320K followers, 34.8K engagements

"The Iran-Iraq War 1980-88 Conflict Explainer The Iran-Iraq War which began on September [--] [----] stands as one of the deadliest and most prolonged interstate conflicts of the modern era. Triggered by Iraqs invasion of Iran the war lasted eight years claiming over a million lives and devastating both nations. Rooted in centuries of historical tensions sectarian divisions and political rivalries the conflict was marked by trench warfare the use of chemical weapons and significant civilian casualties. Saddam Husseins ambitions and the aftermath of Irans [----] Islamic Revolution played pivotal"
YouTube Link 2025-01-08T19:00Z 319K followers, 23.4K engagements

"Why is the World ignoring Cameroon Cameroons deadly conflict between English-speaking separatists and the French-speaking government has raged for nearly a decade killing thousands and displacing half a million. Yet the world remains silent. Why is this crisis ignored Watch now to learn more and subscribe for updates on global conflicts and international relations. #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay #Cameroon #Ambazonia International Relations James Ker-Lindsay Cameroon Anglophone crisis Cameroon conflict Africa conflict"
YouTube Link 2025-03-13T09:00Z 319K followers, 74K engagements

"Should South Yemen Be Independent Should South Yemen regain its independence Since unification in [----] Yemen has faced dictatorship war and deep divisions. Now with the Houthis dominating the North and southern separatist movements growing stronger calls to split the country are mounting. Is a two-state solution the answer Watch for key insights into Yemens future. #SouthYemen #Yemen #YemenCivilWar International Relations International Law James Ker-Lindsay yemen conflict north yemen yemen war yemeni crisis South Yemen Yemen separation Yemen civil war Yemen conflict North South Yemen Houthis"
YouTube Link 2025-05-29T08:00Z 319K followers, [----] engagements

"Are Spheres of Influence REALLY Back In this wide-ranging Q&A I tackle some of the most difficult and uncomfortable questions shaping todays international order. We start by looking at spheres of influence and double standards in global politics asking why the United States Monroe Doctrine is often treated as legitimate while Russias claims over Ukraine are rejected. I also address whether China really poses a greater strategic threat to Europe than the United States particularly in light of recent American trade pressure sanctions and challenges to European sovereignty. Along the way we"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T19:00Z 320K followers, 19.3K engagements

"Is Boko Haram Really Returning Are we seeing the return of Boko Haram Once one of the worlds most feared Islamist insurgencies the group is showing troubling signs of resurgence in Nigeria and across the Lake Chad Basin. After years of mass killings suicide bombings and kidnappings in particular the abduction of schoolgirls in Chibok the [----] death of its leader Abubakar Shekau and factional splits that followed had seemed to leave the group critically weakened. Recently however large-scale assaults kidnappings and suicide bombings suggest Boko Haram is making a comeback in spite of military"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T18:01Z 319K followers, 43.6K engagements

"Is Romania facing political chaos Romania's Supreme Court has annulled presidential elections over alleged Russian interference sparking controversy. Is this a defence of democracy or a ploy to block a rising outsider With Romanias strategic role in the EU and NATO whats next Watch the full story and subscribe for more on global politics and security #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay #Romania #Romaniannews #Romanianelections #CalinGeorgescu Romania Romanian politics presidential elections election annulment Russian interference"
YouTube Link 2024-12-07T10:04Z 319K followers, 13.4K engagements

"Would Japan Save Taiwan from China Would Japan actually defend Taiwan if China attacked Japanese PM Sanae Takaichis recent remarks have alarmed Beijing sending ties into a sharp nose-dive. Yet given Chinas military edge and Japans self-defence focus Tokyos statements could be read as strategic deterrence warning that any assault on Taiwan could escalate regionally. Ultimately the jury is out whether or not such signalling would actually restrain China. #Japan #Taiwan #China #Geopolitics #TaiwanStrait #JapaneseForeignPolicy #JapanTaiwan #JapanChina #ChinaTaiwan #InternationalSecurity"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T09:01Z 320K followers, 108.2K engagements

"CYPRUS Can It Still Be Solved Cyprus has become a model of a seemingly unsolvable conflict in international relations. Over the past sixty years the United Nations has repeatedly attempted to find a bridge between the islands Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities - but without success. All this has led many observers to increasingly question whether a settlement can be found. So can Cyprus ever be solved Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on conflicts security and statehood. If you like what you see please do"
YouTube Link 2022-08-12T18:40Z 319K followers, 120.8K engagements

"KOSOVO An Illegal Country In February [----] Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. But was it legal And is Kosovo a state In [----] the International Court of Justice (ICJ) presented its Advisory Opinion on Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence (UDI) from Serbia. Although it is the most important ruling the Court has ever made on secession there is considerable confusion about what the Court really said. For example did it say that Kosovo is a state - as many now claim Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a"
YouTube Link 2020-07-17T18:36Z 320K followers, 38.1K engagements

"Congo's Return to War Is Central Africa heading for another devastating war Tensions between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have reached a critical point with fears mounting that the two nations are on the brink of full-scale war. In late January [----] the rebel group M23widely believed to be backed by Rwandalaunched a major offensive seizing key territory in eastern Congo including parts of North Kivu province. The escalation has forced hundreds of thousands to flee with reports of intense fighting between M23 and Congolese government forces. As the UN demands Rwandas"
YouTube Link 2025-01-31T20:00Z 319K followers, 162.4K engagements

"Is Boko Haram Returning Is Boko Haram back Once Nigerias deadliest Islamist insurgency Boko Haram terrorised West Africa with kidnappings suicide bombings and massacres. Yet after having seemingly been defeated recent attacks suggest the group is regaining strength once more. And while Boko Haram may not be the force it once was such a resurgence would pose a significant threat to the stability of Nigeria and that of an already fragile region#internationalrelations #Nigeria #Terrorism #Conflict #BokoHaram #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics"
YouTube Link 2025-09-08T08:00Z 318K followers, 423K engagements

"Is Ukraine Facing Its Moment of Truth Is Ukraine finally on the verge of peace or facing a moment of danger Following the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska and President Zelenskys visit to Washington alongside senior European leaders efforts to end the Ukraine war have reached a critical moment. But the stakes could not be higher. While Trump now pushes for a formal peace treaty Ukraine appears to favour a permanent ceasefire that halts the fighting without surrendering sovereignty over Crimea and eastern territories. At issue are not just borders but the foundations of international law"
YouTube Link 2025-08-19T18:01Z 319K followers, 48.6K engagements

"Who Will Eventually Succeed the Dalai Lama Who will succeed the Dalai Lama As the 14th Dalai Lama turns [--] the world faces a critical question: who will take over and how will they be appointed For Tibetans the Dalai Lama is more than a religious leaderhe is the living embodiment of their national identity and struggle for autonomy. But his succession is now the centre of a major political and spiritual conflict between the Tibetan government-in-exile and the Chinese Communist Party. With China insisting it has the right to appoint the next Dalai Lama and Tibetan exiles determined to maintain"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T18:00Z 319K followers, 13.7K engagements

"CYPRUS Europes Mideast Outpost The Republic of Cyprus the easternmost member of the European Union is at the frontline of the EUs activities in the Middle East. Throughout [----] it has received widespread international praise for its crucial role in providing aid to Gaza. However the growing risk of conflict on the Lebanese-Israeli border has now seen Hezbollah an Iranian-backed militia threaten the island. This precarious situation underscores Cyprus's complex geopolitical position balancing relations between the Middle East and the EU. Traditionally Cyprus has maintained strong ties with"
YouTube Link 2024-07-05T18:39Z 319K followers, 134.5K engagements

"NORTH MACEDONIA Bulgarian Bullying In June [----] Bulgaria again blocked the start of European Union accession talks with North Macedonia as part of a long-standing dispute over national identity. While Bulgaria argues that the Macedonians are part of the Bulgarian nation the Macedonians argue that they have their own separate national identity and language. So what lies behind the dispute Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence movements and new countries. If you like"
YouTube Link 2021-06-25T18:42Z 320K followers, 169.3K engagements

"The End of Hong Kong Is democracy finished in Hong Kong The handover of Hong Kong in [----] was a significant event in international relations marking the end of British colonial rule and the rise of China as a global power. Under the "One Country Two Systems" principle China promised to maintain Hong Kong's separate political legal and economic systems for [--] years. However this autonomy has steadily eroded particularly following the introduction of the National Security Law in [----] which criminalises dissent and stifles political freedoms. This law has led to the arrests of numerous activists"
YouTube Link 2024-06-07T18:00Z 320K followers, 32.8K engagements

"Cyprus What Do You Want to Know In my last video I took a look at the Cyprus Issue. There were lots of questions and so I thought to try to tackle some of them in this video. I wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who contributed questions and sincerest apologies to everyone who submitted a question but I couldn't get round to answering it here. CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction and Titles 0:35 Was the Annan Plan a just and viable solution for Cyprus 6:45 Are the Greek Cypriots to blame for the failure of reunification talks 10:43 Is the isolation of the Turkish Cypriots unjust 16:01 Could"
YouTube Link 2022-08-19T20:07Z 318K followers, 33.2K engagements

"Understanding German Foreign Policy Constanze Stelzenmller How does Berlin see the world and Germany's place in it After decades of caution Germany under Chancellor Friedrich Merz is adopting a more confrontational foreign policy. But what are the historical and political factors that have shaped this evolution In this interview I speak with the director of the Brookings Institution's Center for United States and Europe Dr Constanze Stelzenmller to track the evolution of German foreign policy from the Cold War to today. Following WWII West Germany sought to overcome its pariah status by"
YouTube Link 2025-08-12T18:00Z 316K followers, 32.8K engagements

"MOZAMBIQUE An Emerging Islamist Insurgency The Islamist insurgency in Mozambique is widely regarded as a growing threat to peace and security in Southern Africa. In June [----] the Southern African Development Community (SADC) authorised a military mission to Cabo Delgado in northern Mozambique which is in the midst of fighting a brutal insurgency against a local affiliate of Islamic State. Soon afterward the European Union also approved a military training mission (EUTM). But while the Islamic insurgency in Mozambique is widely seen to be a worrying new front in the International battle"
YouTube Link 2021-07-23T19:43Z 320K followers, 96.4K engagements

"What Exactly is Trump's Foreign Policy On [--] January [----] Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States marking the start of his second term. His return to the White House has reignited global debate over his foreign policy approach which promises to be as polarising as his first presidency. From plans to withdraw from NATO and the Paris Climate Agreement to escalating tensions with Mexico and Denmark Trumps aggressive "America First" doctrine is set to reshape global relations. His bold rhetoric on military intervention in Mexico control over Greenland and renaming"
YouTube Link 2025-01-21T18:16Z 282K followers, 37.5K engagements

"Is Eritrea's Dictatorship FINALLY Ending Could the reign of Africas most brutal dictator finally be coming to an end For over [--] years Isaias Afwerki has ruled Eritrea with absolute authority turning it into one of the worlds most secretive and repressive statesoften called "Africas North Korea." Under his rule Eritreans have faced forced conscription mass surveillance and complete suppression of dissent. However opposition movements are beginning to regroup and growing tensions with Ethiopia may play a decisive role in shaping Eritreas future. Could Afwerkis regime finally be on the verge of"
YouTube Link 2025-03-07T19:30Z 320K followers, 221.9K engagements

"Who will be Trump's Secretary of State Donald Trump will again be President of the United Stares. But who will he appoint as Secretary of State - his top diplomat. All eyes are on Richard Grenell. A loyal Trump ally Rick Grenell's roles include U.S. Ambassador to Germany and Acting Director of National Intelligence. Expect a bold shift in foreign policy if he leads Trumps team. #shorts #shorts #internationalrelations #internationalpolitics #globalpolitics #jameskerlindsay #unitedstates #donaldtrump #USforeignpolicy #RickGrenell #RichardGrenell International Relations Current Affairs"
YouTube Link 2024-11-06T08:45Z 320K followers, 22.4K engagements

"Couldor shouldthe EU expel Hungary Is it time for the European Union to expel Hungary In recent years Hungary under Prime Minister Viktor Orbn has openly challenged the EUs foundational valuesdemocracy rule of law and human rights. Orbns increasingly authoritarian rule has included curbs on media freedom erosion of judicial independence and widespread corruption. Hungary has also obstructed EU policy on Ukraine maintained close ties with Russia and announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court. These actions have prompted growing calls for Hungary to be removed from the EU."
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T18:40Z 320K followers, 82.7K engagements

"ROMANIA-MOLDOVA Could They Unite As the war in Ukraine continues attention has turned to neighbouring Moldova - one of the least known countries in Europe. Facing considerable economic political and now security problems there have been growing calls for unification with neighbouring Romania in recent years. But could this really happen Hello and welcome My name is James Ker-Lindsay. Here I take an informed look at International Relations with a focus on territorial conflicts secession independence movements and new countries. If you like what you see please do subscribe. If you want more"
YouTube Link 2022-04-22T18:02Z 320K followers, 563.4K engagements

Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing