The Trump Effect: Recalibrating the Transatlantic Alliance
For decades, the transatlantic alliance has been the cornerstone of Western security and prosperity. Rooted in the post–World War II international order, this partnership...
Gaza After War: Clashing Visions, Power Struggles, and an Uncertain Future
Although the war in Gaza continues, debates over its aftermath are already intensifying — focusing not only on the challenge of reconstruction but also...
Iraq on Edge: The Regional Fallout from Syria’s Unraveling
The abrupt collapse of the Assad regime in Syria has sent shockwaves across the region, placing Iraq on high alert. As Syria embarks on...
Between Hospitality and Repatriation: Türkiye’s Evolving Syrian Refugee Response
Türkiye hosts the largest number of refugees worldwide, with an estimated 3.2 million Syrians among its displaced population. In the initial years of the...
Trump 2.0: A Return to “Maximum Pressure” against Iran?
Donald Trump’s first term marked a turbulent period in U.S.-Iran relations, with his “maximum pressure” campaign, the US withdrawal from the nuclear deal, and...
Iran’s Economy: Past the Point of No Return?
Iran’s economy stands at a critical juncture, with external pressures and internal dysfunction pushing it further from recovery. Although the country has demonstrated resilience...
The Gulf Monarchies and the Multifaceted Security Challenges They Face
In an era defined by both traditional and non-traditional security threats, the Gulf Arab states face an unprecedented matrix of challenges, from Iran’s military...
Expansion Amid Uncertainty: Qatar’s Bold Wager in the Evolving LNG Market
The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market is navigating a complex landscape shaped by fluctuating geopolitical tensions, market uncertainties, and the ongoing energy transition....
Economic Bridges: The Gulf States’ Strategic Expansion Across Africa’s Key Sectors
Historically, the Arabian Peninsula played a key role as a maritime hub connecting East African trade routes to the Middle East. Today, three Gulf...
China and the Gulf Arab States: Petrochemicals Partners
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that peak oil demand will occur within this decade as the global shift towards renewable energy accelerates. Sweeping...