Hannu Juusola
Hannu Juusola is a professor of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Helsinki, known for his expertise in geopolitics and international relations in the Middle East. His recent analysis focuses on the implications of Israel's unprecedented military strikes against Iran, which he describes as the largest military action Israel has ever undertaken against the country. Juusola provides insights into the motivations behind these strikes, including regional power dynamics and the political context in Israel, particularly concerning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership. He discusses the potential repercussions of the attacks on Iran's nuclear program and military hierarchy, highlighting the complex interplay of military strategy and political maneuvering in the ongoing conflict.
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Hannu Juusola, a professor at the University of Helsinki, commented on the selection process for Iran's new leader amidst the ongoing conflict.
Iran valitsee uuden johtajan sekasorron keskellä – ”Nyt ollaan valitsemassa radikaalia seuraajaa”
Finland· 2026-03-02
Professor Hannu Juusola states that the situation is chaotic and the role of the United States is essential in maintaining the ceasefire.
Lopulta on kyse siitä, halutaanko tulitauon pysyvän pystyssä, sanovat asiantuntijat uusista iskuistaFinland· 2025-10-19
Hannu Juusola is a professor of Middle Eastern studies who discusses Barghouti's potential to unite the Palestinian community.
”Maailman tärkein vanki” tuskin vapautuu osana Gazan tulitaukoneuvottelujaFinland· 2025-10-11
Hannu Juusola is a professor at the University of Helsinki who analyzes the implications of the peace plan.
Tutkija näkee Trumpin rauhansuunnitelmassa jopa viitteitä kolonialismistaFinland· 2025-09-30Hannu Juusola comments on the importance of actions following the recognition of Palestine.
Asiantuntijat: Suomen Palestiina-linja on ”nolo ja kiusallinen” ja äärimmäistä varovaisuuttaFinland· 2025-09-21
Hannu Juusola is a professor of Middle Eastern studies who discusses the implications of hostages for Hamas.
Hannu Juusola: Panttivangit ovat Hamasille valuuttaa, jolla he yrittävät ostaa siedettävän lopputuloksenFinland· 2025-08-04
Professor Hannu Juusola considers the situation exceptional for Israel.
Voittajaa Iranin konfliktissa ei ole, vaikka kaikki haluavat julistautua sellaiseksiFinland· 2025-06-26
Hannu Juusola is a professor at the University of Helsinki who discusses the implications of Israel's strike on Iran.
Hannu Juusola: ”Israelin suurin isku Iraniin ikinä”Finland· 2025-06-13