Special coverage on the attack on Iran
Can the Houthis be defeated?
Israel's war on Gaza and its regional repercussions
Their defence ties date back decades, so it is no surprise Egypt is standing by Saudi Arabia at a critical time for both countries
French student protests reach a crescendo
The famous mountain range feeds the great Asian rivers like the Indus, Ganges, and Brahmaputra, upon which almost two billion depend. Problems here will ripple across the Arab world
Local opposition is growing over power costs, water, and land use, turning AI expansion into a political hot potato
Technology keeps us connected, but it may be changing what human closeness really means
Several recent studies have delved into the psychology behind the belief in secret plots, whether it be in health, politics, or technology
Gulf states haven't stopped investing in their neighbours, but resilience now weighs alongside returns and influence. Syria and Lebanon show what that means in practice
Trade routes and composition have changed, but not the overall flow, with ASEAN countries playing a bigger role
With fighting in the south-west, cross-border attacks against Saudi Arabia, and no political settlement in sight, crude shipments are unlikely to resume any time soon
Borrowing to offset potential shortfalls in oil revenues will likely remain an important part of Gulf governments' financing strategies in the coming years
Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, illuminates the sky over Rovaniemi, Finland, on 10 October 2026.
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