Middle East/North Africa
What is the most likely outcome of the Qatar crisis?
The diplomatic crisis resulting from sanctions against Qatar raises fresh questions concerning the political and economic environment in the Gulf.
Why the Qatari-Arab tension may remain despite possible settlements
On the 6th of June, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bahrain and the UAE announced in a coordinated move to cut diplomatic ties with Qatar.
Special Report: The risks and rewards of digitizing the Middle East
The imminent digital disruptions in the Middle East will present both opportunities and risks – from economic to political and cybersecurity – in the region.
After IS, Iraq looks to Jordan
In anticipation of the collapse of the Islamic State, Iraq is looking to Jordan as a source of renewed trade and opportunities for Anbar province.
Yemen: A forgotten war, new developments
Calls for the restoration of South Yemen, a worsening humanitarian crisis and the machinations of intervening regional powers all compound Yemen’s woes.
Morocco’s ambitious investments in Sub-Saharan Africa full of risks and rewards
Morocco is consolidating its foothold in Sub-Saharan Africa by diversifying its investments and pushing for closer ties with dynamic economies in the region.
Rouhani, Trump, and Theresa May: Is rapprochement dead?
Rouhani and his reformist allies rode their platform of social moderation and international engagement to crushing victories.
Egypt’s counter-terrorism shortcomings hamper political stability
The Palm Sunday bombings of two Coptic churches underscores the renewed threat from terrorism in Egypt, leading to a problematic state of ememrgency.
What does Turkey’s referendum result mean for the country’s future?
The narrowness of Turkey’s referendum result is arguably the worst outcome possible, denying the country the political stability many had predicted.
Under the Radar: Is this the stage for Africa’s next war?
The authoritarian nature of Egypt and Sudan heightens the risk for brinkmanship and increases the possibility of a border clash over the Halayeb region.
