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The Risks of Further Escalation in the Middle East

Harvard Faculty, Fellows, Staff, and Students

Israel’s extensive targeting of Hezbollah in recent weeks – including killing Hassan Nasrallah – and new ground operation in Lebanon have further raised already high regional tensions, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Tehran’s ballistic missile salvo against Israel this week signaled Iran’s initial response, but where do things go from here? What avenues exist to deescalate? What are the risks of a widening conflict? The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs will host a panel of experts to unpack recent developments in the Middle East and assess the risks of further escalation.

Date: Time: - Location: Nye A, B, & C, 5th Floor

Moderator
Meghan L. O'Sullivan

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Panelist
Edward P. Djerejian

Panelist
Gidi Grinstein

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Panelist
Karim Sadjadpour

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Palestinians inspect the debris of an Iranian missile intercepted by Israel, in the West Bank city of Hebron, Oct. 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)
Palestinians inspect the debris of an Iranian missile intercepted by Israel, in the West Bank city of Hebron, October 2, 2024. AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean

Israel’s extensive targeting of Hezbollah in recent weeks – including killing Hassan Nasrallah – and new ground operation in Lebanon have further raised already high regional tensions, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Tehran’s ballistic missile salvo against Israel this week signaled Iran’s initial response, but where do things go from here? What avenues exist to deescalate? What are the risks of a widening conflict? The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs will host a panel of experts to unpack recent developments in the Middle East and assess the risks of further escalation.

In-person attendance is for HUID holders only and a virtual webinar option is available. Registering for this event does not confirm attendance. You will receive a confirmation email from the Belfer Center.