EU Parliament Demands End to Aid Worker Killings
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling on the EU and its member states to unequivocally condemn the killing of humanitarian workers and the obstruction of aid delivery. MEPs also raised alarm over a glo…
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EU Parliament Demands End to Aid Worker Killings
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling on the EU and its member states to unequivocally condemn the killing of humanitarian workers …
China set to suffer from turmoil in the Middle East, but it stands to benefit long term
Tom Harper , University of East London China has responded to the joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran with strong diplomatic condemnation. In an article …
Israel and Lebanon have a long history of failed ceasefires – will this time be any different?
In past agreements, there appeared to be a tacit understanding between Hezbollah and Israel that conflict would eventually resume.…
Shifting Alliances and Economic Agreements Reshape the Gulf's Geopolitical Landscape
Gulf states are deepening bilateral and multilateral partnerships that extend well beyond traditional energy cooperation, altering longstanding region…
Bahrain Accelerates Smart City Push as Digital Infrastructure Reshapes Urban Living
Bahrain has positioned itself as a regional leader in smart city development, deploying digital infrastructure across transportation, public services,…
Why Iran broke the ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz and what might happen next – expert Q&A
A MIddle East expert addresses some of the key questions about the renewed conflict.…
Egypt on edge: finding a delicate balance between Gaza and Trump
May Darwich , University of Birmingham - US president Donald Trump famously called Egyptian president Abdel Fattah el-Sisi his “ favourite dictator ” …
Gulf States Reposition as Pivotal Brokers in a Shifting Middle East Order
Gulf Cooperation Council members, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have expanded their diplomatic reach well beyond their immediate neighborhood, medi…
Shifting Alliances and Competing Ambitions Redraw the Middle East's Political Map
A new era of regional realignment is underway across the Middle East, as longstanding rivalries between major powers increasingly shape diplomatic, economic, and security arrangements. The contest for regional influence …
Lebanon's Institutions Chart a Path Toward Renewal
Across Lebanon, a quiet but consequential transformation is taking shape within the country's political institutions. After years of public demand for…
Legislative Overhauls Reshape Political Landscapes Across the Middle East
Several Middle Eastern nations have undertaken significant parliamentary reforms, reflecting shifting power dynamics and growing public pressure for i…
