Middle East Analysis


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Algeria’s Graduate Studies Dilemma
  • Abu Bakr Khaled Saad Allah
· April 18, 2024

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Will Hamas Yield Control of Gaza?

Six months into the conflict, Hamas continues to challenge the Israeli army—raising questions about Israel’s ability to eradicate the group.

  • Reham Owda
· May 2, 2024
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Flexible Outposts: The Emirati Approach to Military Bases Abroad

Far from traditional military bases, which serve to contain neighboring powers or deter external attacks, the UAE’s network of informal facilities extends across Africa and the Red Sea region.

  • Eleonora Ardemagni
· April 30, 2024
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From "Al-Ikhtiyar” to “The Assassins”: The Decline of Egyptian TV Drama

Egypt’s political dynamics have transformed TV dramas over the past decade.

  • Muhammad Tolba Radwan
· April 25, 2024
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Amid Escalation Between Iran and Israel, Will Assad Look to the Arab States?

Iran’s adventurism may push Damascus to commit to Saudi-led efforts and reintegrate into the Arab fold.

  • Faysal Abbas Mohamad
· April 23, 2024
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Algeria’s Graduate Studies Dilemma

The oversupply of PhDs in Algeria presents a significant economic and educational challenge, as the country grapples with increasing unemployment rates across all sectors.

  • Abu Bakr Khaled Saad Allah
· April 18, 2024
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The Revival of Turkish Politics: Escaping Erdoğan's Shadow

The recent municipal elections in Türkiye marked a pivotal shift away from the polarized political landscape dominated by pro- and anti-Erdogan sentiment.

  • Emre Caliskan
· April 16, 2024
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Cyberbullying on the Rise in Yemen

In the absence of protective laws or regulations, Yemeni citizens—and particularly women—are increasingly exposed to online harassment.

  • Ismail Al-Aghbari
· April 11, 2024
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From Tunis to Cairo: Europe Extends Its Border Across North Africa

The EU’s latest migration deals with Egypt and Tunisia offshore border control without meaningful commitments to address root causes of migration or safeguard human rights.

  • Humzah Khan
· April 9, 2024
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Syria’s Water and Food Security Crisis

As the primary cause of drought—which has detrimental consequences for agricultural production—climate change is a growing challenge for Syria.

  • Jalal Al-Attar
· April 4, 2024
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Can An Expanded BRICS Challenge U.S. Global Dominance?

Both current and potential BRICS members are capable of competing with the seven major industrialized nations, threatening Western hegemony in the global economy.

  • Mohsen Hassan
· April 2, 2024