Event Report: The Future of Middle East Politics and Security After the Gaza Ceasefire
The International Dialogue & Diplomacy Foundation (IDDF) organized a highly engaging and insightful webinar on “The Future of Middle East Politics and Security After the Gaza Ceasefire” on 28 October 2025. The session aimed to unpack the evolving dynamics of Middle Eastern politics in the aftermath of the Gaza ceasefire, exploring its implications for regional security, diplomacy, and global order.
The event was chaired by Ambassador K. P. Fabian, Professor at Symbiosis and World Peace University, Pune, and addressed by Professor Mahjoob Zweiri, Professor in Middle East Politics and Contemporary History at Qatar University and Editor of Reimagining Social Sciences and Humanities in and from the Middle East and Journal of Gulf Studies.
In his keynote address, Professor Zweiri delivered a comprehensive analysis of the post-ceasefire political landscape in the Middle East, emphasizing the shifting regional alignments, the recalibration of resistance movements, and the evolving role of global powers in shaping outcomes in Gaza and beyond. He highlighted the intersection of internal political factors, external pressures, and humanitarian imperatives that continue to define the region’s trajectory.
Ambassador K. P. Fabian, as Chair, provided introductory and concluding reflections, situating the discussion within the broader historical and diplomatic context. His remarks drew attention to the necessity of a principled and inclusive approach to peace and justice in the Middle East, underscoring the role of dialogue and international engagement.
The discussion was further enriched by Dr. Omair Anas, Director (Research) at IDDF Research Foundation, who intervened with thoughtful observations and questions that expanded the scope of the debate.
The session was moderated by Hammadurrahman, PhD Scholar at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, and attended by over 25 researchers and students from diverse academic backgrounds. The participants actively engaged in the Q&A session, reflecting deep interest in the themes discussed.
The event exemplified IDDF’s commitment to promoting critical, research-driven dialogue on international affairs, with particular attention to the Middle East and India’s evolving foreign policy perspectives.
