Dr Julia Roknifard, Senior Lecturer at the School of Law and Governance, discussed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, calling the recent ceasefire meaningless as it has been continuously breached. She mentioned the possibility of a new ceasefire being negotiated, but is skeptical of a resolution due to unmet Iranian demands and the escalation of aggressive statements from the U.S. She also noted the lack of coverage on U.S. involvement in war crimes in the region. Dr. Roknifard believed that the conflict may escalate further and doubts the possibility of a deal before the U.S. midterm elections.
