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A New Gulf Order: How the UAE is Overtaking Saudi Arabia in regional leadership
The diverging paths the UAE and Saudi Arabia are likely to persist. The future of Gulf leadership may become more plural, adaptive and contested.
‘Dari’ and the Politics of Cultural and Civilisational Erasure in Afghanistan
The Taliban seek to marginalise Persian (Dari) in favour of Pashto, which forms part of a broader pattern of cultural suppression in Afghanistan.
US–Jordan Defence Ties in Public Discussion
US-Jordan defence ties are perceived as strengthening Jordan’s military capabilities by most, but some view it as increasing vulnerability.
Electoral Politics and the Search for Legitimacy in Post-War Syria
The elections in Syria have faced widespread criticism, but Syrians view participation as preferable to a political vacuum.
Why Algeria Should Choose Restraint Over War – The Deterrent Power of Prestige
It is not military intervention but strategic restraint that will best safeguard Algeria’s influence and security.
Another Kurdish Resolution Process Underway: Between Hope and Contradictions
Is the Kurdish peace process aiming to resolve a decades-old issue or pull together a minimum winning coalition for Erdoğan to maintain his rule?
How AI Can Help the UAE Sustain Its Post-Grey List AML Reforms
AI provides practical tools that can empower UAE financial institutions in their anti-money laundering (AML) efforts.
The Crucial Role of Dignity in Rebuilding Syria
Israel Stepped in Where the West Did Not
The war is not merely about Israel’s threat perceptions, but a strategic failure by the West to uphold the post-Cold War order in the Middle East.
What does the recent Russia-Oman rapprochement mean?
Oman’s approach of pursuing relations with the West in parallel with Russia might serve as an instructive case for smaller states in the region.