Is Lebanon Heading Towards Stability?
With the election of Joseph Aoun as President of the Lebanese Republic on January 9, 2025, Lebanon ended nearly two years and two months of presidential vacancy following the term…
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US Airstrikes on the Houthis: Background, Calculations, and Concerns
On March 15, 2025, the administration of US President Donald Trump launched what it described as a “decisive and powerful” series of airstrikes against Houthi strongholds in Yemen. The aim…
Syrian Coast Events: Background, Implications, and International Reactions
The Syrian coast witnessed violent sectarian clashes between March 6-10, 2025, following military confrontations between remnants of the former President Bashar al-Assad’s regime and security forces loyal to the new…
Lavrov’s Tour: Motives Behind Russia’s Diplomatic Maneuvering in the Middle East
February 2025 witnessed extensive Russian diplomatic movements in the Middle East, marked by a tour by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The tour began with a meeting in Saudi Arabia…
New Syria: Major Challenges of the Transitional Phase
After the fall of the Assad regime, Damascus quickly became a focal point for senior Western officials and several Arab leaders, many of whom engaged in direct talks with Ahmad…
How do “Trump shocks” stir chaos in the Middle East?
Since entering the White House on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump has been signing dozens of executive orders daily and making numerous controversial media statements that ignite disputes and…
The Arabs’ Cards to Thwart Trump’s Plan
The pressing question on everyone’s mind right now is: What leverage and pressure points do Arab countries have to thwart the plan to displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to…
The Syrian Scene: Between Sect, State, and Political Organization
Perhaps a historical review of the first major split in Islamic history takes us back to Umayyad Damascus and Abbasid Baghdad. In contemporary history, the same scene has resurfaced with…
Trump’s Opportunity to Shape the Future of the Middle East
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025. His victory represents a historic achievement, as the Republican candidate won exceptionally in…
What comes next after the signing of the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon?
Following diligent efforts involving several regional and international forces, the announcement was made regarding the reach of a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, which took effect in the early hours of…
Could the Gaza and Lebanon War Lead to a Reshaping of the Region?
In light of the instability currently affecting the Middle East, following the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip after the “Aqsa Flood” operation launched by Hamas against Israel on October…
Book Review “Pax Americana: Unending War on Iraq”
This book discusses Iraqi-American relations since the end of the Cold War, focusing on Iraq as a central theme rather than the policies of successive American administrations. It deeply examines…