This week's cover story details how militia influence undermines state institutions, deepens sectarian divisions and creates security vacuums that IS could exploit
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Although still relatively small as a center for art,…
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The notion that somehow the Arab Spring has defeated Al-Qaeda (AQ) and undermined its ideology is not only simplistic and problematic but also deeply misleading. First, the argument that the Arab…
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What are the reasons that made people in many Arab countries “revolt” against their regimes and call for change? The ultimate answer will not be determined for some time and the answers vary…
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General Bilal, as the leader of the Nationalist Party of Egypt, has a strong…
In this week's cover story, Al Majalla examines the military balance of power on the ground, the networks through which the Houthis obtain weapons, and the foreign support they receive
Education reform is at the heart of the demonstrations shaking Paris and beyond, with thousands already arrested, but the government's ability to meet learners' demands is limited
As YouTube star Accurso's influence grew, she transitioned from educator to child advocate. But it only became 'controversial' when she spoke up for Palestinian kids