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The Arab Summit and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Riyadh on 11 November 2024.
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Politics

An Arab vision for regional security

Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy 19 February 2026
Trump pushes EU states to reduce US dependence
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Trump pushes EU states to reduce US dependence

Fares Garabet 18 February 2026
Palestinian children gather at a destroyed vehicle, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, September 30, 2024. REUTERS/Mohammed Salem

Decades of Gulf aid to war-torn Arab countries tops $363bn

Although Gulf states can't give as much as they did before, there is still a huge need, and they will continue to play a key role in helping out

Amer Ziab Al-Tamimi 19 October 2024
Jay Torres

Sinwar killing leaves many Israelis wondering: what now?

While many Israelis celebrate the news, others wonder how this will affect the lives of the remaining hostages as both Netanyahu and Hamas double down on their demands

Michael Horowitz 19 October 2024
In this file photo taken on June 8, 2022 Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces commander, General Mohamed Hamdan Daglo (Hemedti), now de facto deputy military leader, attends a meeting in Khartoum. AFP

Behind Hemedti's charge against Egypt lies an admission of defeat

The head of the Rapid Support Forces blames Cairo for his militia's recent heavy losses south of Khartoum. Al Majalla offers several explanations for Hemedti's finger-wagging.

Amr Emam 19 October 2024

The treasure trove of art that emerged from October tragedies

Throughout history, October has earned a reputation for doom and gloom, but several literary, cinematic and poetic gems were born out of some of history's most turbulent events

Ismail Ghazaly 18 October 2024
This file photo from October 10, 1973, shows a building destroyed by an Israeli bombing in Damascus during the 1973 Arab-Israeli War. AFP

Damascus under bombs: From Ottomans to French to Israelis

Israel has attacked Damascus multiple times this past year, but the Syrian capital is no stranger to such tactics. It has come under shelling from occupation powers numerous times in the past century.

Sami Moubayed 18 October 2024
The notion that the sophistication of Israel’s air defences makes it immune to penetration is now under serious review in the wake of recent attacks by Iran, Hezbollah and other "resistance axis" allies. Axel Rangel García

Cracks emerge in Israel's much-touted missile defences

Israel is widely regarded as having the world's most sophisticated air defence systems, but a Hezbollah drone strike on a military base has rattled Israelis. Is it time for a reality check?

Con Coughlin 17 October 2024

Will simmering Middle East tensions boil over?

Fares Garabet 17 October 2024
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (R) stands with Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant (L) at the Kerem Shalom border crossing with the Gaza Strip in southern Israel on May 1, 2024. Evelyn Hockstein / AFP

Full text of US letter to Israel: Let aid into Gaza or face consequences

The leaked four-page letter addressed to Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant speaks of a possible halt to weapons transfers if Israel fails to comply within 30 days

Al Majalla - London 16 October 2024
AlMajalla

Will China’s ‘New Security Architecture’ deliver for the Middle East?

Beijing's arm-round-the-shoulder approach to the region's problems contrasts to Washington's traditional gun-in-the-back stance. Middle East leaders seem to like it. Will they reap the rewards?

Shirley Ze Yu 16 October 2024
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo, Egypt. SPA

Palestinian state, Red Sea security dominate Saudi-Egypt meet

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits Cairo for the first time in over two years to discuss pressing regional developments as well as investment opportunities

Amr Emam 15 October 2024
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Trump has few good options on Iran

16 February 2026

As the US and Iran head to talks in Geneva, competing forces are pulling Trump in opposite directions. There are only two "good" scenarios in front of him, and neither will be easy to achieve.

Michael Horowitz
Al Majalla
Business & Economy

Gold’s ascent points to strains in the dollar-centric global financial order

16 February 2026

Rising bullion prices, volatile currency markets, and renewed debate over US monetary strategy reflect deepening doubts about Washington's stewardship of the global financial system

Mohamed Sharki
The Arab Summit and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Riyadh on 11 November 2024.
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Politics

An Arab vision for regional security

09 February 2026

From dependency to strategic agency

Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy
Aliaa Aboukhaddour
Culture & Social Affairs

The Kuwaiti collector preserving Fairuz's legacy

16 February 2026

Faris Al-Muhanna dreams of one day creating a digital archive to safeguard the history and memory of Lebanon's most iconic artist for future generations

Charbel Khoury
Children watch the Indian Air Force (IAF) Surya Kiran aerobatics team performing during Aero India 2025, a military aviation exhibition at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru on 13 February 2025. Idrees MOHAMMED / AFP
Politics

India’s record defence budget turns heads

15 February 2026

A $86.7bn budget, rapid naval expansion, and longer-range missile development underline New Delhi's drive to modernise its forces and compete more assertively with China and Pakistan

Shakir Husain

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