Riyadh’s evolving approach to international institutions
Lessons Learned from the Beirut Port Explosion
At the heart of the dysfunction in the response to the Port of Beirut explosion is a critical gap in coordination between the key stakeholders involved.
Diplomacy in a Time of Crisis: Germany’s Chancellor Visits Israel and Egypt
Scholz’s visits to Israel and Egypt showcase Germany’s commitment to diplomacy and solidarity in times of crisis.
Is Abdul Hamid Dbeiba’s Government Reaching its Expiration Date in Libya?
While Dbeiba appears to have survived this crisis as protests have died down in Libya, he seems increasingly entrenched in Tripoli, encircled both politically and, potentially, militarily by his opponents. The fate of his government and the potential resurgence of armed conflict hinges on how the next few weeks unfold as Dbeiba tries to balance delicate alliances.
How the United Arab Emirates Has Promoted Tolerance, Co-Existence and Multiculturalism to Confront Religious Violence
The UAE has long anchored its religious model on the paradigm that the moral antidote to Islamist radical ideologies is based on a politically quietist conceptualisation of Islam.
Power Play in Syria: How Wagner Mercenaries, Economic Stakes and Shifting Alliances Influence the Balance Between Russia, Iran and the Assad Regime
The Wagner group, with military and economic stakes in Syria, could potentially influence Russian and Iranian interests in the conflict-ridden nation.
On the War In Sudan: A Regional Crisis Looms
The conflict in Sudan is the latest example of how the country at the crossroads of the Horn of Africa remains highly relevant to international affairs.
Assad Out of the Cold…Again
It seems to be a bit of a dance right now regarding normalising with Assad. The agreements between Damascus and its Arab brothers cannot be expected to pass muster for long.
The State of Iran’s Nuclear Programme: What Can Negotiations Achieve Before UN Sanctions Expire in October?
In light of the upcoming sanctions expiration, the West have three options: a plan for new nuclear negotiations, deterrence, or military action.
Putin’s War in Ukraine and the Interests of GCC Hydrocarbon Producers
The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the interests of oil producers of the Persian Gulf is much more complex than is commonly thought.
