What would the regional and global implications of a US military withdrawal from the region look like? Our March issue's cover story provides some answers.
Both China and the Gulf have much to offer one another, especially with the Gulf's thirst for big infrastructure projects and China's thirst for carbon.
Europe's new Aspides maritime operation to safeguard vessels being attacked by Houthis in Yemen has set it on a different course from the US. It needs to sail carefully if it is to succeed.
The bold but light story explores family dynamics and social issues, gracefully skimming the surface of taboos without getting lost in their complexities.
With so many high-quality offerings in Saudi cinema, films must rise to a very high bar to impress audiences. Abdelelah Alqurashi's latest film falls short.
In a new Saudi film streaming on Netflix, Sarah's rebellious day-long adventure ends in tragedy, but it perfectly captures how Saudi women are becoming more fearless.
Israel's war on Gaza, rising US-China tensions, the stubborn war between Russia and Ukraine, and the worsening effects of climate change top GCC leaders' concern this year
From the turtles of the Farasan Islands to the ibex of the Asir Mountains, the Horizon documentary captures the Kingdom's diverse wildlife and scenery, alongside its environmental preservation efforts
In an interview with Al Majalla, the prominent French jurist discusses Israeli and Western duplicity, their violation of international law, and why Israel bears the cost of Gaza's reconstruction
Tehran's elite have few friends, but regional states fear the consequences of a disorderly transition. If Iran's 92 million people turn on one another, it could cause millions to flee abroad.
Going forward, the international community needs to reduce dependence on the US without upsetting the world's largest military and economic power. It will be a shaky tightrope to walk.
Scrapping foreign ownership caps and qualifying criteria will bring in more capital, with markets reacting positively to the latest reforms that build towards a more open country