Following the assassination of the conservative activist, the US finds itself clinging to dialogue and mutual respect amid the spectre of political violence and deepening division

Ibrahim Hamidi

With Israel's strike on Doha, Netanyahu appears intent on pursuing the path of armed conflict. Meanwhile, Hamas refuses to surrender.

Alia Mansour

Although Trump started off on a high note with a truce in place ahead of his inauguration, he has since lost focus. But strong US leadership and close cooperation with allies can turn things around.

Brian Katulis

The West suspects Moscow was deliberately seeking to test NATO's air defence capabilities in Poland, with Tusk looking into the possibility of invoking Article 4 of the NATO charter

Con Coughlin

The more contacts are made between Syrian and Israeli officials and the more field dynamics are tested in south Syria, the more confusion arises over Israel's true objectives

Ibrahim Hamidi

It has become increasingly clear that Shaara's roadmap for the country is not shared by some figures "close" to power

Alia Mansour

Despite several countries still banning the likes of Bitcoin, digital currencies are increasingly a major part of the financial landscape, with dozens of states looking to launch their own

Khaled Kassar

A 24-minute standing ovation at the film premiere was more than a symbolic gesture of justice for Israel's murder of little Hind, but a heartfelt cry of real anguish over the ongoing genocide in Gaza

Samer Abou Hawwach

The sheer scale of Israel's war crimes can make us feel debilitated, but failure to hold it accountable risks ushering in a new age of wanton violence and impunity that puts the entire world at risk

Badia Fahs

After nearly two years of destroying Gaza and its people, Israel's image in the international community has taken a beating, giving Netanyahu all the more reason to hide the truth

Houssam Itani

The digital age has brought a lot of benefits, but also many drawbacks. In this chaotic landscape, Syria must forge a media vision that ensures journalistic values are upheld.

Alia Mansour

As Xi hosted Putin and Kim at a grand military parade on the 80th anniversary of China's WWII victory over Japan, the US president accused the three leaders of conspiring against America

Con Coughlin