International media publications have leaked reports of US-Saudi negotiations. Al Majalla breaks down the possible challenges and benefits that could come from the actualisation of such a deal.

A viral video of a Muslim boy being repeatedly struck by Hindu classmates on the orders of his teachers caused outrage. But that may suit ruling politicians chasing the votes of a dominant majority.

Why are Western leaders rolling out the red carpet for the Indian premier despite his less-than-flattering human rights record? Al Majalla explains.

Hiroshima and Nagasaki revealed the kind of destruction possible with nuclear warfare. While notable disarmament efforts had been made in the years thereafter, that no longer seems to be the priority.

A GCC-Central Asia summit last month was the first in three decades and a sign that Gulf states are taking notice of the region's strategic significance

An Azerbaijani-imposed blockade has placed the Armenian population on the brink of starvation. But the world has turned a blind eye to what is happening.

Countries near the South China Sea will have to find a way to live with rising tensions where a breakthrough between Beijing and Washington remains unlikely

If any conclusion is to be drawn from US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's high-stakes visit to China, it is that neither Washington nor Beijing can afford to let relations sink any lower

Interviewees express exasperation over living under Taliban rule, especially regarding the severe restrictions on girls and women

A series of chain reactions are taking place in the country, such as the closure of many popular places which have now turned into hostile spaces