Opinion

A resurgent Russia and the rise of China have challenged US hegemony; amid the political flux, the peace talks that history have relied on are struggling to work

Drones have undoubtedly become an integral part of warfare in the Middle East, sparking a race among Iran, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and others to dominate the region's skies

As al-Assad drags his feet in fulfilling agreements reached with Tehran last summer, Iran ramps up the pressure on its longtime ally

The lack of interest in the summit comes at a time when Ukraine's army is increasingly on the defensive

The killing of 45 civilians in a displacement camp in Gaza adds to a long list of victims accumulated in this war and over the decades. This brutality is meant to send Palestinians a message.

Despite the shuffling of presidents and the assassination of key figures over the years, Iran's expansionist project remains unaffected

Although Raisi's death will not disrupt the strategic relationship between Iran and Syria, it will likely accelerate Damascus's pivot toward the Arab world

Losing this perception among residents under its control jeopardises not only HTS's current standing but also its future viability

An independent state may still have a long road ahead, but a decision by Ireland, Norway and Spain to unilaterally recognise Palestine shows a shift in Western thinking

There is an alternative that can put Sudan on the path to peace. This requires bold leadership and a forward-focused vision.

From the brutal response to challengers in the 1980s, the rise of the late Iranian president mirrors the rise of the country's hardliners, whose grip on power remains vice-like despite his death.

Regional states should not wait for Iran or the US to address their security needs. It is time for them to take matters into their own hands.