There is a concept in the philosophy of science called tacit knowledge: the unwritten, experiential understanding that cannot be fully captured in…

The Arab world has a vibrant and rich literary scene. Al Majalla picks out some choice titles in our fortnightly round-up of the latest Arabic books,…

Since 28 February 2026, Iran has carried out a large-scale missile and drone campaign that has disproportionately targeted Gulf states rather than…

For decades, Arab security rested on the assumption that Washington would defend its Middle Eastern partners if ever needed, while in return those…

“Five strategic keys lock up the world!” declared Sir Jacky Fisher, a Victorian admiral. He was talking about places that command critical waterways:…

The concept of the ‘attention economy’ can be traced back to the 1971 publication of an academic paper that was largely organisational and technical…

While Iran has pledged that a resolution to the war in Lebanon will be included in any potential deal on ending the US-Iran war, respite can't come…

The Spanish novelist and essayist Javier Cercas is one of the most influential voices in contemporary European literature. Known for blurring the…

Will Syria gain from the war with Iran, or lose because of it? Damascus has found itself facing a new test, hemmed in by multiple theatres of…