Absent Russia’s participation, a lone international peace conference for Ukraine cannot initiate a meaningful settlement process. Tellingly, the…

Economists are warning that Trump’s reported idea to eliminate the income tax and replace it with massive tariffs on imports would cripple the…

Since the outbreak of the Gaza war last October, analysts and officials have been diligently proposing scenarios for the post-conflict era. They were…

Since the outbreak of war in Gaza last October, scenarios for ‘the day after’ have been suggested, analysed and debated. Most relied on the…

The key question that should be discussed now is finding the right solution for Gaza after the conflict. A correct answer will guide the entire…

President Biden’s endorsement on 31 May of Israel’s new ceasefire plan has changed the whole dynamic of the Gaza war. Most commentary since has…

Iran is headed for a second round of presidential elections after no candidate secured the required 50% of the vote to win the election, which saw…

Iraqi composer and oud player Naseer Shamma has racked up a slew of prestigious awards throughout his illustrious career as a respected and world…

Much sensation accompanied the opening of Beirut International Airport in Khaldeh, nine kilometres from the Lebanese capital, on 23 April 1954. It…