In Part 2 of a two-part interview with Al Majalla, Syria's interim defence minister says he wants to build an army for the Syrian people—one that doesn't meddle in its neighbours' affairs
With Algeria's hand strengthened by its relatively new status as Europe's leading gas supplier, economic experts say its poised to clinch a more favourable trade deal with its neighbour to the north
The Israeli premier's political survival skills are renowned, but this time, he is boxed in tightly by Trump, the far right, and the Haredim. March will be an interesting month.
Al Majalla speaks to the Major General, who was integral to the operation. In part 1 of a two-part interview, he explains how he helped turn rebel groups into a sophisticated and organised army.
Palestinians have always clung to their traditions. Music is one of them. Amid the death and destruction, Gaza's displaced find solace in songs of resistance and steadfastness.
Three-time president Hashim al-Atassi presided over the drafting of Syria's first charter in 1920, its second in 1928, and its third in 1950, earning him the moniker "Father of the Constitution"
The 'strategic partnership' signing could have been timed to send a message, but a deeper examination reveals it to be a pragmatic alliance borne of a shared enemy rather than shared interests
Control over Syria's oil and gas reserves comes with major economic and political benefits. Both Israel and Türkiye will be lobbying the US to sway events in their respective favours.
Syria has the potential to significantly increase its oil and natural gas production, which can provide energy and government revenue critical to the country's stability and reconstruction.Syria was…
Palestinian death is increasingly being seen through the lens of cold political calculations. The world's silence over Gaza's horrors has drowned out the desperate screams of its people.
Although Tehran should understand by now that its hand is weak, it remains to be seen whether it can give up its fantasy of empire. Talks in Oman will be telling.
In Türkiye for talks and a conference, Syria's new president knows that there is much to do and many to satisfy if he is to rebuild his country. Amidst the smiles, those with agendas jostle.
With numbers so staggering and stories so harrowing, we can't say we don't know what's happening. More needs to be done to address what has become 'the world's largest displacement crisis'.