This week, @mrandrewfox.bsky.social was one of the first external observers allowed into Gaza to witness humanitarian aid distribution first-hand. Tomorrow, Andrew will share what he saw and offer an informed view of the situation on the ground. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...

Our latest report ‘A New Playbook: Making Sanctions More Effective’ by Dr Helena Ivanov and Dr Theo Zenou explores how to adapt and strengthen Western sanctions for a more resilient and rules-based global order. henryjacksonsociety.org/publications...

With President Trump threatening new sanctions unless Russia agrees to a ceasefire, the spotlight is back on the West’s favourite pressure tool. But do sanctions actually work as intended? Join us online this week to find out more. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...

With Iranian sleeper cells under renewed scrutiny after recent UK arrests, how real is the threat of Tehran-backed covert attacks in the West? Join us online to assess the risks and discuss how intelligence services can detect and disrupt these threats. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/sleepe...

Join us next week to launch our latest report exploring how to make sanctions sharper, smarter, and more effective to better serve democratic values and global security. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...

'This leak is symptomatic of the fact that the system that was put in place after Afghanistan wasn't really fit for purpose.' @mrandrewfox.bsky.social on the Afghan data leak exposing the identities of over 100 Britons—including MI6 officers and special forces. @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social

'One element of the new warfare is that Russia completely disregards the law of war and focuses fire on medical personnel.' ✍️ by @kirichenko.bsky.social for @cepa.org on how Ukraine is pioneering a new era of combat medicine in the face of brutal Russian tactics.

'The danger remains, and we should expect China to try and use the chips for military applications.' Dr Theo Zenou on the implications of President Trump’s decision to lift the ban on AI chip sales to China. @telegraphnews.bsky.social @matthfield.bsky.social www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...

Today marks 20 years since the horrific 7/7 London bombings, which killed 52 people and injured more than 700 others. We remember the victims, the survivors, and the extraordinary courage of the emergency services.

Our latest policy briefing, 'How to Proscribe the IRGC: Learning Comparative Lessons From Our Allies' offers a ready-to-implement strategy based on Sweden’s successful model, as cross-party MPs urge the UK Government to proscribe the IRGC. henryjacksonsociety.org/publications...

Join us next week for a powerful discussion on defending liberal democracy, moral courage, and the lessons of history with acclaimed author, investor, and thought leader Richard Hurowitz. 🗓️ 8 July 11:00-12:00 📍 Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/in-con...

'It's been 7 months and still 140,000 people were happy to go to the Square of Slavija to protest against the [Serbian] Government...by and large this is driven by the Government's response to the situation.' Dr Helena Ivanov speaks to the BBC.

'The students have walked, cycled and run across the country and across Europe—yet the regime has failed to fulfil their demands. Now, this definitely puts the regime under even more pressure.' Dr Helena Ivanov speaks to @financialtimes.com. www.ft.com/content/a609...

'What we’re witnessing is the globalisation of authoritarian AI, and its fingerprints are increasingly present in international organisations tasked with writing the rules of digital governance.' ✍️ by M. Dane Waters for @capx.co. capx.co/chinas-artif...

Hong Kong has become a gateway for global sanctions evasion by arming authoritarian regimes and undermining the rule of law. Our panel will discuss how the UK and US should respond. 🗓️ Wednesday, 2 July at 17:00-18:30 📍 Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/closin...

🚨JOIN US: Wed July 2 for a panel on sanctions evasion in #HongKong - weapons & illicit finance to #Russia #Iran #NorthKorea How can UK & US tighten loopholes? Host: @coyleneil.bsky.social Speakers: @thecfhk.bsky.social's Shannon Van Sant, @theozenou.bsky.social&@marianizzero.bsky.social RSVP⬇️

'The NATO Summit may have delivered short-term reassurance, but it has not resolved the underlying issue: the fragility of the relationship between Washington and Brussels.' ✍️ by Dr Helena Ivanov on transatlantic tensions following the 2025 NATO summit. www.eureporter.co/defence/nato...

Religiously motivated hate crimes in the UK are up 25% in the last year and traditional approaches are not working. Our latest report, 'The Gullible Brain,' explores how neuroscience can reshape public attitudes by literally rewiring the brain.

'Expect Moscow to go all-in this summer with unprecedented losses, as the dying empire is desperate to drag the world back into the 19th century.' @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @thehill.com on Russia's evolving drone capabilities. thehill-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/thehill....

In Person and Online Event: 25 June 4pm. Discover how brain scans are reshaping politics. Join our speakers to explore neuropolitics—where neuroscience meets political strategy. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...

Online Report Launch: 24 June 4pm Following US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and growing fears of IRGC-backed terrorism on UK soil, our panel will discuss a step-by-step guide on proscribing the IRGC. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...

Our recent report exposing the alarming rise of antisemitism on university campuses has been featured in @thetimes.com. www.thetimes.com/uk/media/art...

'The fact now that the Iranian regime is volatile, it’s targeted, and it’s highly vulnerable—that’s what actually makes it increasingly dangerous to the West.' Middle East expert Barak Seener on how Iran’s Supreme Leader may seek to activate sleeper cells across the West. 🔗 to article in comments.

As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, the threat of the IRGC remains. Join us online to explore how governments like Sweden’s have acted—and how Britain can follow with a clear, practical roadmap to IRGC proscription. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...

‘There’s always a chance that Iran might have something in its back pocket.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social on the latest exchange of missiles between Israel and Iran.

Join Mark Fullbrook, former Chief of Staff to the UK Prime Minister, and Professor Matt Qvortrup, author of our upcoming report, ‘The Gullible Brain,’ as they explore the rise of neuropolitics—a game-changing fusion of neuroscience and political strategy. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...

'Israel’s absolute penetration of Iran’s security environment and its total air supremacy over its enemy’s capital city should be understood as both a message and a warning.' ✍️ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social www.spiked-online.com/2025/06/17/i...

'While Ukraine’s conventional forces have earned headlines, it is the country’s intelligence services, particularly the Main Directorate of Intelligence, that are quietly waging a war in the shadows against Russia around the world.' @kirichenko.bsky.social nationalinterest.org/feature/why-...

Last week, HJS launched its latest report, 'China’s Use of AI and Its Negative Impact on the World' by M. Dane Waters. He warns how the CCP is weaponising AI to erode democracy, fuel disinformation, and consolidate China's political, economic and military power.

'It is imperative that concerted diplomatic efforts are instituted to prevent further escalation of the conflict, and to restore peace, security and stability in this highly turbulent region.' Associate Fellow Bahram Ghiassee for @telegraphnews.bsky.social. www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/06...

'We have to remember that these regimes think in generations rather than in electoral cycles.' @mrandrewfox.bsky.social with @bbc5live.bsky.social on the future of the Iranian regime following Israeli airstrikes and the likeliness of rebuilding their nuclear capabilities.

Next week, join us for an expert-led discussion on the escalating clash between Trump and Harvard—and what it means for higher education, academic freedom, and the long term political fallout. 🗓️ Tuesday, 17 June at 4pm BST 📍 Online 🔗 to register in the comments.

We are excited to announce that award-winning journalist and author @ianwil.bsky.social will join our panel discussion next week! Ian brings a wealth of experience reporting from China and across Asia. 🔗 to register in the comments.

The Booming China-Russia Drone Alliance | "The Russia-China axis is expanding as engineers from both sides work side-by-side to produce lethal drone technology." @kirichenko.bsky.social

Join us for our upcoming report launch to discuss how the CCP’s use of AI is shaping a new model of digital authoritarianism. 🗓️ Tuesday, 10 June | 17:30–18:30 BST 📍In-person & online RSVP: henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...

'The attack highlighted Ukraine’s innovative use of military technologies and confirmed the country’s status as a world leader in the rapidly evolving art of drone warfare.’ @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...

‘We have to remember that the Strategic Defence Review is where the Government wants to get to with defence… there are aspects of it that I really like.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social highlights the strengths of the 2025 SDR and how it offers a coherent vision of UK defence capabilities.

We are honoured to welcome @chloecheung.bsky.social to speak at “Tiananmen Square: 36 Years On” in Parliament. Chloe faces a HK$1 million bounty from Hong Kong authorities. Undeterred, she continues to speak out for political prisoners and against Beijing’s crackdown. 🔗 to register in comments.

Join us as we host @klausdodds.bsky.social and Alex Alfirraz Scheers alongside Dr. Theo Zenou for a discussion on the Arctic's future and why it matters for global trade, energy, and security. 🗓️ Monday, 9 June at 13:00 BST 📍 Online RSVP: henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...

‘[The Review] talked about the problem of firepower… but they haven’t addressed the shortage of personnel that we have in the military today.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social speaks to @news.sky.com following the release of the 2025 Strategic Defence Review.

‘The Strategic Defence Review represents a turning point. However, a strategy is only as effective as the political will and public support that underpin it.' HJS Associate Research Fellow, @mrandrewfox.bsky.social, writes for LBC News on today's SDR. www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...

‘The UK needs to show leadership and ensure that our European allies get the message that [increased defence spending to NATO] is important and needs to happen.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social speaks to LBC News on the 2025 Strategic Defence Review.

We are pleased to announce that Wu’er Kaixi, a founder and key organiser of the 1989 Tiananmen Square student movement, will be joining us in Parliament this Thursday. 🗓️Thursday, 5 June at 11:15am 📍Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/parlia...

This June marks 36 years since Tiananmen Square. Join us in Parliament alongside Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP to discuss the importance of democracy and the danger of autocratic regimes. 🗓️ Thursday, 5 June | 11:15am 📍 Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/parlia...

‘In a war defined by attrition and innovation, Ukraine must now come up with urgent solutions to counter Russia’s fiber optic drone fleet’. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...

‘The evolution of automated drone combat in Ukraine should be a cautionary tale for the rest of the world about the future of warfare'. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @aifrontiers.bsky.social. www.ai-frontiers.org/articles/how...

Our latest report, 'Disinformation on Campus: The Rise of Antisemitism and the Failure to Respond' by Dr Helena Ivanov reveals how UK universities have become breeding grounds for antisemitic disinformation post the October 7 attacks. Read coverage in The Times: www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...

‘The idea that proscription is a primarily economic tool fails to recognise its value as a domestic counterterrorism measure’. Barak Seener writes for Conservative Home on the implications of the UK’s inaction towards proscribing the IRGC. conservativehome.com/2025/05/15/b...

'For many years, it has been customary to view Ukraine as being almost entirely dependent on Western aid and know-how for its survival... In reality, today’s Ukraine is a drone superpower'. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...

‘If we can’t keep former terrorist group adherents out of the UK then we should at least give them a hostile return’. Dr Alan Mendoza writes for @lbc.co.uk on the dangerous precedent of British ISIS joiners re-entering the UK without consequences. www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...