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The world is in turmoil, from wars in Europe and the Middle East to political crises, violent protests, and rising global unrest.

Conflicts of Interest goes beyond the headlines to explain the forces shaping today’s conflicts. Hosted by ACLED founder and conflict expert Professor Clionadh Raleigh, and joined by a rotating cast of conflict specialists, regional analysts, and experts in news narrati... more

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The Islamabad Memorandum was signed barely two weeks ago. Sanctions relief and $24 billion in unfrozen funds have already reached Tehran. So when an Iranian drone struck a commercial tanker in the Strait of Hormuz this weekend, the US retaliated with... more

The talks are “looking good”, according to Washington. Iran wants sanctions relief, Trump looks desperate to get out, and Israel is still not convinced. So is the Iran war actually ending — or is Tehran walking away with the money, the leverage, and ... more

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The US says a deal is close. Iran wants sanctions relief. Israel isn't convinced. So is the Iran war actually ending, or are we just entering a new phase?

This week, Professor Clionadh Raleigh and Bron Mills unpack the latest ceasefire negotiations,... more

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The Horn of Africa is the most consequential and least understood region in the world right now and Western analysis is making it worse.

In this episode, ACLED founder Professor Clionadh Raleigh is joined by ACLED's regional experts to break down dy... more

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Clionadh Raleigh
Host and executive director at ACLED; prominent conflict analyst and founder/Director of ACLED
Bron Mills
Co-host with focus on media, communications, and geopolitical analysis

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Drone proliferation: The Ukraine effect
Q: What makes drone warfare economically different from traditional warfare?
Drones offer a much cheaper offensive capability relative to defensive measures, enabling a shift in how states think about warfighting and spurring rapid, field-driven innovation to counter evolving drone threats.
Drone proliferation: The Ukraine effect
Q: Can you explain the scale of drone production in Ukraine and how it compares year to year?
Production increased from about 2 million drones in 2024 to roughly 4 million in 2025, with expectations of 6-7 million in 2026, signaling rapid growth and diversification across offensive, defensive, and auxiliary drone types.
IRAN WAR: This is World War III
Q: Is this a world war or simply a regional conflict with global implications?
The hosts acknowledge the broad international involvement and risk of escalation, but they emphasize that the current conflict has unprecedented global economic and geopolitical reverberations, making the 'world war' label something people are debating rather than a clear descriptor.

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Listeners likely tune in to understand complex global conflicts with clear, data-driven context. Episodes consistently explore geopolitics, warfare dynamics, regional security, and the interplay between diplomacy, economics, and military action. The show leans into expert analysis from conflict specialists and regional analysts, with a practical tilt toward how shifts in conflict dynamics affect policy, business risk, and media narratives. A notable strength is the data-informed lens (often citing actors like ACLED) and a calm, explanatory style that translates intricate developments into actionable takeaways for decision-makers, sponsors, and journalism teams seeking reliable, non-sensational analysis. Potential listeners who want to make ... more

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