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In a race so close, opinion surveys cannot accurately predict whether Trump or Harris will win. Sebastien Thibault

Harris appears stronger, but Trump can still win

Trump's political base in the west-centre and south of the country appears solid and opinion surveys indicate that most voters think he would manage the economy better

Robert Ford 02 October 2024
US Vice President Richard Nixon (L) and Senator John Kennedy participate in the first nationally televised debate between presidential candidates in a Chicago television studio on September 26, 1960. AFP

This day in history: Nixon and Kennedy face off in first-ever US presidential debate

A university student came up with the idea in 1956, which came to fruition four years later. At the time, Fred Kahn didn't know that his idea would change the face of presidential politics in America.

Sami Moubayed 26 September 2024

Two books shine a light on the dark parts of America’s history

Steven Hahn and Jacob Heilbrunn trace the appeal of illiberal policies and leaders throughout the country's history

The Economist 24 September 2024
The decision to cut interest rates not by 0.25% but by 0.5% lets industry and money markets breathe a sigh of relief after two years of stress and turmoil. Eduardo Ramon

What do US interest rate cuts mean for the economy and election?

Donald Trump will not be happy but Kamala Harris could benefit from this week's decision along with borrowers, consumers, and investors

Khaled Kassar 19 September 2024
A flag hung over the stage waves in the wind at the event grounds where the rally was held, hours after Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt. REUTERS/Carlos Osorio

America’s election is mired in conflict

Donald Trump's conspiracy machine is already gearing up for election night

The Economist 16 September 2024
Former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in a highly anticipated presidential debate on Tuesday night, in what was their first—and potentially only—showdown ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Al Majalla

Top foreign policy moments from the Harris-Trump debate

Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas war, and tariffs dominated the foreign-policy sections of the high-stakes showdown

Christina Lu and Amy Mackinnon 11 September 2024
Some analysts dismiss the opinion polls and doubt that there will be a new civil war, but there is no clear escape from the risk of more political violence due to deep political divisions. Andrei Cojocaru

Is a new American civil war coming?

Some analysts dismiss the opinion polls and doubt that there will be a new civil war, but there is no clear escape from the risk of more political violence due to deep political divisions

Robert Ford 05 February 2023
The US is eager to rid itself of the burden of bearing the main responsibility of ensuring the security and stability of the Middle East. Andrei Cojacaru

Biden’s security strategy reflects waning US interest in the Middle East

The US is eager to rid itself of the burden of bearing the main responsibility of ensuring the security and stability of the Middle East

Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy 05 February 2023
Sebastien Thibault

Political gaps widen in the ‘Divided’ States of America

The November 2022 elections in America proceeded smoothly without serious violence and without the same kinds of questions about legitimacy from elements of the Republican party who raised doubts…

Robert Ford 26 January 2023
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Benjamin Netanyahu is damaged goods in the West

25, Oct 2026

Key voices in the West appear to be throwing him under the bus ahead of the approaching Israeli election

Brian Katulis
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Business & Economy

Energy security and resiliency in an uncertain world

24, Oct 2026

Türkiye's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources writes for Al Majalla

Alparslan Bayraktar
People shout slogans as they gather after a two-week ceasefire in the Iran war was announced, in Tehran, Iran, on 8 April 2026. Majid Asgaripour / Reuters
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An emboldened Iran could trigger an IS comeback

22, Oct 2026

Should the US and Israel fail in their war on Iran, Tehran would likely expand its regional influence at the expense of Sunni Arabs, who could potentially turn to extremist groups to fight back

James Jeffrey
Al Majalla
Culture & Social Affairs

The Palestinian flag in France: from student activism to social unrest 

23, Oct 2026

Once a symbol of solidarity with the Palestinian cause, it is now being used by different groups to advance their own grievances and agendas

Waddah Abu Jamea
Ukranian Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba listens to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secretary General during the alliance's 75th anniversary at the NATO Headquarters in Brussels on 4 April 2024. KENZO TRIBOUILLARD / AFP
Politics

Dmytro Kuleba on Trump’s drift towards Moscow

24, Oct 2026

Ukraine's former foreign minister is pragmatic about the war, peace talks, Kyiv's opponent, Washington, the Chinese, and the Gulf. His thoughts are a fascinating insight into Europe's biggest battle

Ahmed Maher

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