Rushed deals and a disregard for root problems provide a flimsy foundation for sustainable peace  

In Moscow, Syria's new president said he wants to restore and redefine relations with Russia—a former foe. But is this a genuine olive branch or a message to Washington?

A firestorm started by an ally helped unravel the 'Axis of Resistance'– and changed Tehran's own trajectory

The flare-up is no isolated episode. Rather, it is the most dangerous chapter in a fraught, decades-long relationship that began during the Soviet-Afghan War in the 1980s.

Trump's peace plan may have ended the daily massacres, but it falls far short of a lasting resolution. So where do Palestinians go from here?

A rapid chain of events led to the president fleeing for his life following deadly clashes with citizens. But what happened is not uncommon for Africa. Al Majalla explains why.

Only US pressure will ensure that Israel honours the Gaza ceasefire

Afghanistan's ancient town of Bagram once sat on the Silk Road, along a key passage from India. Today, it is sought by America, Russia, and China for different reasons that are no less strategic.

While Cairo felt that the Hamas attacks on Israel were a response to occupation, it does not see eye-to-eye with the group. It also has practical worries, not least of which are economic.

Al Majalla lays out four key hurdles to clear to ensure the truce sticks this time around