Middle East & Africa
Israel and its supporters turn Palestine into a litmus test of democracy
Innocent Palestinians bear the brunt of Israel’s Gaza war, but they are not the only victims of the conflict. So are freedoms of expression,...
Unravelling the Tangled Threads of the Humanitarian Crisis in the Gaza Strip
The humanitarian tragedy in the Gaza Strip has dragged on with no real sign of resolution. Despite international calls for both sides to stop...
Negotiation and Reconciliation over Futile Military Action: Lessons for Ethiopia from Somalia
This piece focuses on the internal security crisis and inefficient governmental interventions in East Africa, with a particular emphasis on Somalia and Ethiopia. The...
After South Africa’s Election, What Next?
South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) ultimately lost its parliamentary majority for the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago,...
Israel Faces Diplomatic Isolation if it Loses the Battle to Control the Narrative
In November last year, I predicted that Israel would struggle to maintain an advantage in narrative warfare the longer combat operations in Gaza lasted....
Tigray’s Strategic Significance Unveiled: Navigating Complex Geopolitical Terrain in the Horn of Africa
Nestled within the tumultuous Horn of Africa, Tigray emerges as a key player in the region's intricate geopolitical puzzle. Its strategic significance transcends mere...
The ICC, its Arrest Warrants and U.S. Obligations
The UN Court addressing disputes between nations is the International Court of Justice (ICJ), where a case has been brought by South Africa against...
South Korea-Africa Summit: For How Long Will It Take for Africa to Learn a Lesson?
"Both sides shared the opinion that, above all, there is a need to enhance economic cooperation through the promotion of trade and investment and...
The underlying logic of friendly exchanges between China and Arab countries
The holding of the China-Arab Cooperation Forum in its new edition for the year 2024 constitutes a milestone in strengthening and strengthening the relationship...
Sisi and Xi Jinping safeguard multilateralism
The President of the Egyptian Republic “Abdel Fattah El-Sisi” participates in the opening session of the tenth ministerial meeting of the Arab-Chinese Cooperation Forum,...