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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The…
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In 2005 a change to the Egyptian Constitution allowed candidates other than former president Hosni…
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Mahmoud Jibril, who has been de-facto prime minister of the country since 23 March, when the…
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Torn between America’s proclivity for stability and its values, Obama…
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Within days…
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After years of social disorder,…
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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