American foreign policy

The two appeared to be in lockstep in many areas, but dig deep, and you will see where they don't align. So, what does this mean for the region? Al Majalla explains.

Israel's ongoing violations of the truce and Trump's apathy over Palestinian grievances give little room for optimism

The first quarter of the 21st century saw a US policy in the region aimed at ensuring Israel's security, a goal that hasn't been fully achieved

Damascus finally gets breathing room after the US repealed its draconian Caesar sanctions, but it can't exhale just yet. Al Majalla explains why.

There was visible warmth when the US and Syrian presidents met in the Oval Office last month, with some even speculating a Trump visit to Damascus. But there is much to do before that happens.

What began as a locally rooted trade in coca leaves and opium evolved into a transnational system of cartels that challenged governments, corrupted institutions, and destabilised countries

The arrogance that led to Iraq now threatens catastrophe in Venezuela

Al Majalla's December cover story highlights the signficance of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Washington in November

The legislation needed to make a strong bond unbreakable is still being discussed, but a $1tn in pledged investment and mutually beneficial commitments in technology help pave the path