Middle East
As Houthis encircle Taiz, Yemen's Saudi-backed gov't faces disaster
A takeover of the vital city could mark a decisive turning point in the country's civil war
October 20, 2026
Elfadil Ibrahim
Africa
High on wins in Tigray, Ethiopia now has Eritrea in its crosshairs
Addis Ababa has long wanted access to the Red Sea. Now, it may have an opportunity to seize it.
October 14, 2026
Africa
Gen. Burhan digs in as Trump's visa-for-ceasefire scheme blows up
US attempts at ending the conflict in Sudan are questioned as tactics appear uneven, leaves UAE off the hook, and lacks attention due to Iran war
September 30, 2026
Middle East
How Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi strategy crashed and burned
Eleven years after intervening in Yemen's war, Riyadh may be forced to negotiate with Ansar Allah on the group's terms
September 17, 2026
Middle East
As Baghdad tries to please Trump, Iran tells Iraqi militias not to disarm
The new prime minister is trying to balance between Tehran and Washington without sparking new civil conflict. So far, it's not working.
August 20, 2026
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