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The Black Sea Dilemma: Russia and Turkey on Europe’s Security Frontier

In the Middle Ages, trade between the Black Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean flourished so greatly that sailors considered the…

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The ‘Tsunami’ of Recognition for Palestine: Navigating the Choppy Waters Ahead

Arab observers and public opinion are divided. On one side are the optimistic supporters who view the recent wave of…

3 months ago

Afghan football chief accused of seeking $10,000 bribe for national team place

AFF president recorded talking to Australia-based player’s brother Mohammad Yousef Kargar denies accuracy of leaked recordings Mohammad Yousef Kargar, the…

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The terrifying spectre of an internet shutdown in Afghanistan

The terrifying spectre of an internet shutdown in Afghanistan A partial shutdown of fibre-optic internet has spread fear. Afghans do…

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The Taliban Between Declared Openness and Underlying Challenges: An Analysis of Anas Haqqani’s Interview

Anas Haqqani, one of the most prominent young figures within the Taliban leadership, recently gave an in-depth interview on a…

3 months ago

Bagram Air Base: A Strategic Hub in U.S. Policy, Regional Mediation, and the Afghan Balance

Situated at the crossroads of Central Asia, where the interests of major powers intersect and regional strategies converge, Bagram Air…

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Arab Region at a Crossroads: Washington or Beijing—Who Will Prevail?

On September 3, 2025, Beijing showcased a meticulously choreographed military parade in Tiananmen Square, marking the 80th anniversary of the…

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The Sahel Alliance: Pursuing Economic Independence

On January 29, 2025, the three member states of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—announced their…

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Bagram: Restoring US Pride Or Containing China?

Recent moves by the United States suggest that Afghanistan may be entering a new and potentially destabilizing phase. The House…

3 months ago

Trump, Brazil, and China: Are Rising Tensions Headed for Collision?

In an article published by Foreign Affairs, Hussein Kalout, professor of political science at the University of Brasília, examines the…

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