Profiles

The outspoken outsider has gone from renegade candidate to radical president. He must use his charisma to overcome major challenges and deliver for his coalition of supporters.

The appointment of Cameron certainly signals a shift towards the centre ground of British politics

Israel confirmed on Thursday that it had killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood

Guterres's comments against Israel's collective punishment of Palestinian civilians in Gaza have infuriated Israel. But his illustrious career demonstrates a commitment to protecting the vulnerable.

Zouari lived in the shadows. Relocating repeatedly, his clandestine association with Hamas stayed hidden until the day he was assassinated.

Israel has singled out Mohammed Deif, the leader of the Al Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas. His rising popularity among Palestinians makes him a top target for assassination.

Israel's first and only female prime minister was instrumental in securing American funds which helped establish the state of Israel

Sadat is admired by many in Egypt for sparing the country from future wars with Israel but his miscalculation in empowering Islamists led to his own assassination. Al Majalla explains.

As a sportsman once renowned for his courage, dismissing Khan's potential political comeback would be foolish. But as he sits in a prison cell, it's hard to envision his return to the frontlines.

France glories in its revolutionary past. But in more complex, modern-day times, the country feels more bewildered than radical. And that could deter its voters from choosing a figure like Mélenchon.