A migration accord between Algeria and its former colonial ruler struck in 1968 is now at the heart of the political reaction to riots following a police killing of a youth of Algerian descent
In its capital, once famed as the City of Light, it is now much darker. Paris is unable to achieve social and economic equality for millions of its citizens, sparking riots and disorder.
Macron has condemned the killing of a 17-year-old of Algerian descent and the UN has called on Paris "to address the problems of racism within the ranks of its security forces."
Five years ago, Emmanuel Macron contested the presidential election with Marine Le Pen, but he now faces a much stronger challenge from the renewed leader of the far right. The second round of the…
October 17, 1961 marks the anniversary of one of the worst events in the history of France and Algeria. On this day, France committed a massacre against Algerian demonstrators, who went out in…
The Berlin 2 Conference held on June 23 discusses Libya’s political process and the Dec. 24 elections, with the participation of international actors, including Turkey. The final statement consists…
With a new set of priorities established by the Biden administration in Washington, less attention is being given to the Middle East, and especiallytoLebanon.And while the French President Emmanuel…
One day ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Lebanon, a new Prime Minister was designated to form a new government, which is supposed to deal with the most challenging time for…
President Donald Trump and 28 other heads of state and government travelled to the UK this week to celebrate NATO’s 70th anniversary alongside Prime Minister Boris Johnson. But while leaders…
It feels like we are entering unchartered waters in the Middle East. If there were rules or norms that seemed to limit what actions state would take against their neighbors, those seem to be gone…
The head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in Gaza tells Al Majalla a ceasefire in Gaza is desperately needed and warns of a humanitarian 'vacuum' without UNRWA
Al-Jolani has a chance to learn from the Taliban's mistakes. The decisions he now makes will have major consequences for Syria's future and that of the region.
In an interview with Al Majalla, the head of the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression says that accountability is key to ensuring peaceful coexistence in a country torn apart by war
From Gaza to Lebanon and Syria, this is the story of a year of tumult and surprise which has reshaped the region and echoed through global affairs. And Trump's return means more uncertainty ahead.
Al Majalla reviews the lives and careers of some of the world's most impressive writers, poets and artists who leave behind indelible cultural marks for future generations to appreciate