Why Is Turkey Received So Well in the Balkans?
Turkey’s influence in the Balkans should be examined in relation to the question of how Ankara has become a reliable…
African Politics, Tribal Violence, and Socio-Economic Rivalry in Africa
A viable solution to tribalism in Africa lies in good governance, regional cooperation, and enhancing the role of the African…
Iran’s Proxies in the Middle East: A Halted Transition to Politics?
Although Iran’s short-term expectations from its proxies were mostly military, there has been a strong political dimension since from the…
Despite Peace in the Gulf, Qatar and the UAE Still Compete
Qatar as a major non-NATO ally of the United States, still appears to be the UAE’s primary competitor.
What Awaits Lebanon Following Hariri’s Step-down from Politics
Saad Hariri is no longer the man for the job.
Ruling Families in African Politics: From Kenya, to Chad and Ghana
Family dynasties in Africa end up with corruption, bad governance, and economic mismanagement.
The U.S. Withdrawal from Iraq: One Boot Inside, the Other Out?
The U.S. withdrawal of combat missions from Iraq will not stop drone and rocket attacks by the Shiite militias on…
The Saudi-Iranian Rivalry in Yemen
No matter how the dialogue between Saudi Arabia and Iran grows in 2022, Saudi Arabia will continue to see Iran…
UAE Foreign Policy: Good Neighborliness for Now?
The UAE’s maneuver capacity can be related to the abandonment of religious themes in its foreign policy rhetoric.
The Hindutva War on Christians in India
A total of 486 incidents of violence against Christians in India were recorded in 2021, representing a 75 percent increase…
War Bells Ring in Ethiopia: Who Is Fighting Whom?
Ethiopia is becoming a battleground for several groups, all contributing to the country’s risk of civil war and collapse.
Arms Sell Like Hotcakes: Yemen Turns into a Hub for Arm Dealers
Drones, winged missiles, guided anti-armor weapons, Chinese assault rifles, Russian machine guns, snipers, rocket launchers and many others are continuously smuggled…
The Lebanese Catch-22: Squeezed between Iran and Saudi Arabia
Two major incidents exemplified Riyadh’s waning influence and Lebanon’s break from its traditional foreign policy positioning.
Saudi Takeover of Newcastle United is Sportswashing
Clear that the majority of Newcastle United fans are more excited about the new season transfers than about caring for…
Afghanistan Brings the Saudi-Iranian Rivalry to a New Level
The Taliban need both Iran-Saudi rivalry and their recognition and assistance in reconstructing Afghanistan’s devastated infrastructure.
Iran Outsources War and Rules States by Proxy
Iran’s proxies are not only active in the “Shia Crescent” stretching from Iran to the Mediterranean Sea, but they also…
How Protests for Removing Beirut Blast Judge Turned to Bloodshed: An Eyewitness Account
The politicization of the Beirut blast probe has polarized public opinion, exacerbated the public debate and led to sectarian clashes.
Why Iran Is Concerned with Taliban 2.0
Above all, the gravest challenge to Islamist Iran will be Islamist Afghanistan.
