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Diana Estefanía Rubio

Trump vs Harris: One of the most vicious US presidential races

Americans are voting in a historic presidential election that could shape world politics for years to come. More than 160 million voters are expected to cast their votes today, Tuesday, 5 November…

Al Majalla - London 05 November 2024
Dave Murray

US election results: America waits on knife-edge

The closer the competition is, the longer the wait for the results. Unlike in 2020, Republicans are fully prepared to legally contest the results if Trump doesn't win and violence cannot be ruled out.

Robert Ford 05 November 2024
Supporters of US President Donald Trump protest outside the Capitol on January 6, 2021, in Washington, DC. AFP

Controversial elections in American history

Al Majalla looks at dotted instances between 1800 and 2024 where candidates contested the results, lobbing accusations of voter fraud and manipulation

Sami Moubayed 04 November 2024
A man dressed as Elvis Presley cheers for Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally at Lee's Family Forum on October 31, 2024 in Henderson, Nevada. CHIP SOMODEVILLA / AFP

What to watch for on election night, and beyond

The first clues on election night that could point to the next president

The Economist 01 November 2024
Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a campaign rally at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on October 15, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin Dietsch / AFP

The Trumpification of American policy

No matter who wins in November, Donald Trump has redefined both parties' agendas

The Economist 21 October 2024
The Biden administration's approach to Iran was heavily weighted towards de-escalation as opposed to Trump's focus on deterrence Eduardo Ramon

How Trump and Harris compare on Iran

Whatever path Harris or Trump take on Iran, the best way forward is to work in closer alignment with its partners in the Middle East and build a stronger consensus at home

Brian Katulis and Alex Vatanka 17 October 2024
Ewan White

Foreign interference is back ahead of key US election

The integrity of this year's US presidential election is once again under threat, with technology playing an increasingly key and nefarious role in swaying the vote

Marco Mossad 15 October 2024
Sam Green

Would Trump and Harris drastically differ on Mideast policy?

Although their competition in the election is fierce, the differences between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris regarding the Middle East are not so big

Robert Ford 12 October 2024
Al Majalla

How Trump and Harris compare on Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Iran

Al Majalla outlines the common ground and key differences between the two presidential contenders on the three most consequential countries in the Middle East

Paul Salem 07 October 2024
Axel Rangel Garcia (1)

Top foreign policy takeaways from the vice presidential debate

The two contenders clashed over Iran's threat to Israel, tariffs on China, border security, and the health of US democracy

Alexandra Sharp and Lili Pike 02 October 2024
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Michelle Thompson
Politics

Is Israel biting off more than it can chew?

19 September 2025

Netanyahu's quest for regional domination is now being pursued without thought to the diplomatic costs, including Israel's relationship with the US. Will this threaten its long-term survivability?

Futoshi Matsumoto
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa speaks during the General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New York City on September 24, 2025. TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP
Politics

Syria's return to the world stage hinges on reform

27 September 2025

Syria's future will hinge not on speeches delivered to international audiences but on Sharaa's ability to build durable stability and restore trust at home

Haid Haid
Al Majalla
Politics

Michael Ratney: Gulf states seek clearer US security assurances

23 September 2025

In an interview with Al Majalla, the former US ambassador to Saudi Arabia discusses the implications of Israel's strike on Qatar and why he thinks Gulf states will continue to be solid US allies

Ahmed Maher
Opinion

Lebanon faces an impossible choice: war with Israel or civil war

25 September 2025

Sooner or later, Lebanon's leaders will have to make a choice. Until then, it will drift further into the abyss.

Houssam Itani
Dutch writer, journalist and performer Christine Otten attends a photocall during the annual Edinburgh International Book Festival at George Street on August 23, 2017, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Roberto Ricciuti / Getty Images
Culture & Social Affairs

Christine Otten on telling the stories of the marginalised

22 September 2025

The Dutch novelist is famous for capturing the rhythm and style of the poets who became the forefathers of hip-hop, but her work has also brought civil rights leaders and refugees to life

Nesrein El-Bakhshawangy

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