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Armed groups, both pro and non-regime, pose myriad threats to the fundamental functions of the Syrian state. Nash Weerasekera
Politics

How Syria's vast militia network is eroding state sovereignty

As of March 2020, the Syrian regime has reclaimed significant territories from opposition forces, asserting control over the majority of the country…

Haid Haid 06 February , 2024
Al Majalla obtains draft agreement on Gaza ceasefire that includes a prisoner exchange, an intensification of humanitarian aid, the recognition of a Palestinian state, and regional security agreements. Majalla:AFP:DPA
Documents & Memoirs

Gaza ceasefire proposal paves path to comprehensive peace

Major regional and international powers are intensifying their efforts to turn a set of ideas into a detailed and interconnected action plan to end…

Ibrahim Hamidi 06 February , 2024
Opinion

Israel's attack on UNRWA designed to kill Palestinian statehood dream

Palestinians, already the victims of genocide and in need of a ceasefire to survive, have suffered a new racist blow: the decision of several…

Khaled Kassar 05 February , 2024
The 74-year-old former PM is campaigning across the country, vowing to position Pakistan as an economic powerhouse in Asia ahead of general elections on 8 February. Rob Carter
Profiles

Nawaz Sharif: Pakistan's best bet for prosperity?

Islamabad: Nawaz Sharif — the three-time-elected former Prime Minister of Pakistan — is currently on the campaign trail under the motto: 'Reimagining…

Kaswar Klasra 05 February , 2024
Al Majalla entered a new and exciting phase 12 months ago. Here, we reflect on our history and what we covered in the past year. Majalla
Politics

Al Majalla celebrates first anniversary after relaunch

Since its inception in 1980, Al Majalla has firmly established itself as a leading publication in the Arab world. It is renowned for exclusive…

Al Majalla - London 05 February , 2024
Can the US degrade Houthi capabilities?
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Can the US degrade Houthi capabilities?

Fares Garabet 04 February , 2024
Al Majalla dedicates its February issue to exploring Iran's use of militias to exert influence and negotiate with the United States and other major powers. Sara Gironi Carnevale
Politics

Iran’s militant empire

On the occasion of the 44th anniversary of Al Majalla and the first year since its relaunch and redesign, complete with digital channels, our…

Al Majalla - London 04 February , 2024
From Iraq to Syria and Lebanon to Yemen, Iran-backed militias have expanded their power and influence. However, regional escalation following the 7 October attack on Israel is testing their limits. Nash Weerasekera
Politics

Iran's militant empire in the Middle East

For decades, the Islamic Republic of Iran has organised and supported militias dominated by members of the Arab countries’ Shiite Muslim communities…

Andrew Tabler 04 February , 2024
Opinion

Iran-backed militias: Proxies and bargaining chips

Since its establishment in February 1980, Al Majalla has earned a reputation for being among the top Arab and international magazines, owing to its…

Ibrahim Hamidi 04 February , 2024
A Shiite fighter from the Hashed al Shaabi (Popular Mobilisation) patrols in the village of Ayn Nasir, south of Mosul, on October 29, 2016. AFP
Politics

Rogue operators: An in-depth look at Iraq’s powerful militias

The United States has responded militarily against Iranian-backed forces in Iraq and Syria, targeting 85 sites on Friday night.US Central Command …

Salam Zaidan 04 February , 2024
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A US Navy sailor directs a Eurocopter AS-332 Super Puma helicopter on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, which is supporting US military operations in the war with Iran on 16 August 2026. US. Navy/REUTERS
Politics

US troops leave Iraq and Syria, but double down in the region

30, Sep 2026

Why 30 September should be understood less as a US exit from the Middle East than as the end of a particular model of American intervention

Caroline Rose
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping view portraits of former US presidents at the White House, Washington, DC, on 24 September 2026. Reuters
Politics

US-China summit: did Xi get what he wanted?

29, Sep 2026

Why the Chinese president's visit to Washington could be considered a success, despite no big movement on trade, Taiwan, and technology

Charbel Barakat
Al Majalla
Business & Economy

How the oil crises of 1973 and today differ

30, Sep 2026

While the world is much better prepared this time around, vulnerabilities remain

Abdel-Rahman Ayas
Moroccan Foreign Minister Bourita & Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar agreed to advance their
relationship on security, trade, and regional integration on 16 September 2026. @USAmbUN/X
Politics

Morocco expands ties with Israel: why now?

28, Sep 2026

After months of behind‑the‑scenes talks, Rabat and Tel Aviv are deepening ties under a new phase of the existing Abraham Accords, with Western Sahara being dangled as an incentive

Mohamed Sharki
Soldiers from the Ethiopian National Defence Force chant slogans after completing their training at an officers' training ground 70 kilometres northeast of the city of Gondar, Ethiopia, on 14 September 2021. AFP
Politics

Turmoil in Tigray: the view from Ethiopia's neighbours

30, Sep 2026

While many would like to see Addis Ababa distracted, they also worry about a refugee spillover should a civil war break out. It might be a case of 'be careful what you wish for'

Sergey Eledinov

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