Africa
What will the West do if Mali falls to jihadists?
Militants have created chaos in the country, sparking fears that the junta could be replaced with an even worse regime
May 05, 2026
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Africa
Is Somaliland recognition worth a new Israeli outpost on the Red Sea?
Both countries have a lot to gain from the controversial new relationship, and judging from the backlash, a lot to lose too
January 07, 2026
Africa
Boycott of G20 is shortsighted and hurts US just as much
By its absence, Washington cedes ground to China and Russia, which are eager to make inroads in the Global South
November 19, 2025
Africa
Sudan civil war takes dark turn as RSF launches 'parallel government'
Meanwhile US cancels peace talks, reflecting yet another intractable conflict on the administration's plate
August 05, 2025
Middle East
Red Sea is today's arena for clash of African-Arab power politics
This didn't start with Gaza. The last decade has been a rollercoaster of hope and horror for the peoples here
January 09, 2024
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Diplomacy Watch: Inquiry finds ‘no evidence’ South Africa armed Russia
The investigation, led by a retired judge, offers a chance for Pretoria and Washington to move past disputes over the Ukraine war.
September 08, 2023
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