Houthi Attacks and Saudi Arabia’s Security Dilemma
Bringing maritime traffic in the Red Sea under Houthi control was intended to exert pressure not only on Saudi Arabia but also on global actors.
Middle East
Utopian or Dystopian? MENA’s Urban Mega Projects
While MENA governments continue to invest in urban mega projects, observers have raised questions about their sustainability.
How Desperate Gazans Survive Daily Blackouts Exacerbated by Climate Change
Every night, Gaza City is plunged into darkness, except for the faint glimmer of the windows of the lucky few…
The Re-Gulf Moment: Turkey Revitalizes Ties With the Gulf
Defense and energy cooperation stand out as the primary pillars of collaboration between Turkey and the Gulf.
Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani: 10 Years as Emir of Qatar
Sheikh Tamim is expected to play an active role in foreign policy, pursue a policy of balancing between the great…
The Italian Role in Mediating European-Tunisian Relations: Migration and Financial Aid
Many commentators in Tunisia argue that the lack of equality at the negotiating table with the Europeans is linked to…
The Price of Being of Migrant Origin in France: Death
Here is why: Nahel’s death was not the first death of a migrant in France, nor would it be the…
Morocco-Algeria Tension: Origins of a Long History of Mistrust and Hatred
The slightest armed incident between Morocco and Algeria could have incalculable consequences for North Africa.
Post-election Foreign Policy Goals: What the New Turkish Government Offers
With an operational intelligence service, proactive foreign policy, and a qualified staff, Turkey only needs to eliminate its economic hardships.
The End of the Palestinian State? Jenin Is Only the Beginning
The Israeli army will extend its operations to other towns and refugee camps in the West Bank—Jenin is just the…
During Eid, Trauma from Israeli Attacks on Gaza Hits Painfully
One day in Gaza, someone knocked on our door and screamed: “Evacuate your home now.”
Saudi Arabia’s War on Drugs and Foreign Influence
Drug abuse and addiction have become a significant issue in the Gulf.
Is Iran Establishing a Joint Naval Force with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman?
Joint Iranian-Arab naval exercises are indicative of an important geopolitical shift taking place in the Middle East.
Middle Eastern Media’s Take on the May 14 Elections in Turkey
Here is a review of what the most renowned media outlets in the Middle East wrote about the May 14…
The Killing of DAESH Leader Abu Hussein al-Qurashi by Turkey’s Intelligence Explained
The aim of the Turkish intelligence’s operation was to capture Abu Hussein Qurashi, the leader of Daesh, alive.
Will Sudan Become a “New Libya”?
Hemedti commands a robust military presence in Sudan, and tensions between Hemedti and Burhan may evolve into a larger-scale military…
Sudan’s Army Infighting: How Did It Happen?
The Sudanese Army and the Rapid Intervention Forces (RIF) have differences over how to integrate the RIF into the army,…
How Kurdish Politics Changed under the AK Party in Turkey
The people of Turkey’s Kurdish region will have to make a choice between security, peace, and prosperity, on the one…
Report: Global Zeal for Arms Increased between 2018-2022
For the first time, two Arab countries, Jordan and the UAE, have joined the list of top 25 arms exporters…
