Global Crises
Amid war, IMF-World Bank confab juggles equal parts relief, dread
On one hand there's more economic resilience than expected but on the other, everyone appears waiting for the other shoe to drop
October 16, 2026
Africa
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
Reignited violence in Ethiopia threatens to engulf the entire region
A tangled web of alliances, mixed with intense domestic conflicts in surrounding countries, will make it difficult to contain another civil war.
October 01, 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
Africa
In Red Sea crisis, Somaliland seizes leverage for US recognition
The North African country has grasped an opening, sending President Irro to Washington last week to make the case
September 23, 2026
Africa
Somali piracy was under control. Then came the Iran war.
Bandits off the Horn of Africa have taken advantage of the deteriorating security sitauation, attacking at least 15 ships this year
September 08, 2026
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