Israel-Gaza: Lebanon is on the brink (once again)
Will the Lebanon-Israel border turn into another front in the coming days? Everyone in Beirut and South-Lebanon has on opinion about that. But one...
Russian base in Sudan: An unfinished business?
Things may change between Sudan and Russia. Or not. During a visit to Moscow, Sudanese Foreign Minister Mariam al-Mahdi had said, lawmakers from his...
How “I-don’t-give-a-shitism” and corruption destroyed Beirut
Beirut was destroyed. Once again. On August 4, following a massive explosion that ravaged Beirut’s neighbourhood, including ones up to 10 km away, people...
Syria’s new constitution could dawn in 2019
Syria’s constitution got a shot in the arm when the United Nations along with Turkey, Iran and Russia voiced hope that the committee charged...
Nassib border with Jordan opens on Oct. 10
Syria’s Nassib border crossing with Jordan will reopen on October 10, said Syria's state media reports. With the trade captured from the rebels, the...
MESA can co-exist with Qatar dispute
MESA (Middle East Strategic Alliance) was created to serve as a bulwark against extremism and Iran. But with Saudi Arabia, the Emirates, Bahrain and...
Rebuild Syria efforts garner $300 million
In order to rebuild Syria, U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that allies contribute to the cost of the war effort, including stabilizing and...
Fake news legislation set to become law in Egypt
Fake news has become a growing menace. With the ever increasing reach of the internet, it is becoming increasingly easier for for those with...
Doha’s charm offensive boosts U.S. Qatar relations
In start contrast to U.S. Qatar relations a year ago, there was much bonhomie on display as members of the U.S. Congress and officials...
Saudi Arabia vs. Yemen: Ramadan ends with missiles
Holy month of Ramadan comes to an end with some deadly wishes between Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Saudi air defenses confirmed that a ballistic...