Middle East & Africa
Trump’s Intervention: Path to Peace or Political Ploy?
President Donald Trump has asked Israel to stop its bombing of Gaza following Hamas's agreement to release hostages and part of a U. S....
Gaza Flotilla Interception: What Happens to the Activists?
Israeli forces have once again intercepted a flotilla bound for Gaza, this time involving more than 40 boats carrying around 500 activists, parliamentarians, and...
As Trump Talks Peace, Netanyahu Builds Roads to Bury a Palestinian State
As U.S. President Donald Trump rolled out a new Gaza peace plan this week—one that dangles the possibility of eventual Palestinian statehood—events on the...
Why the UAE is Emerging as a Prime Destination for Indian IT Talent
The Trump administration’s announcement that it will raise the H-1B fee to $100,000 is being watched closely in India—given the deep ramifications it has...
President Trump’s Peace proposal lacks practical solutions
It is appreciated that President Trump has announced a peace proposal after meeting Netanyahu. He announced a twenty-point proposal covering several aspects, but with...
Armed Forces Face-Off Across the Euphrates, Putting Syria at Risk of Rupture
Similar to much of its contemporary history, Syria once again finds itself staring down a perilous crossroads. Nine months after the fall of Bashar...
Netanyahu’s Gamble on Trump’s Gaza Plan: International Leverage, Domestic Risks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s endorsement of Donald Trump’s Gaza plan represents one of the most consequential political gambles of his long career. Framing...
From Achievements to Opportunities: The Path of China–Egypt Cooperation
China's cooperation with Egypt reflects a new Chinese vision for South-South cooperation, based on equality and non-interference. It reflects Beijing's commitment to advancing cooperation...
Why the U.S. Gaza Governance Proposal Risks Repeating Old Mistakes
The White House’s proposal for a “temporary” governance structure in Gaza, with Donald Trump at the helm of an international supervisory board and Tony...
The Mehter March in Turkish Foreign Policy
The Mehter, which shook enemies with the drums of the Ottoman Empire, is one of the world's oldest military bands. Today, the Mehter still...