Middle East
The Saudi-UAE split is ending. That may be bad news for Yemen.
A sharp break last year left the Gulf allies at odds. Now, they're reentering the fight against the Houthis, with divergent goals.
November 02, 2026
houthis
Middle East
Why is Egypt jumping into Houthi war? First, follow the money.
Cairo buys an increasing amount of fuel from abroad, owes billions to foreign lenders, and depends on open Red Sea-Suez traffic, among other pressures
October 29, 2026
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
QiOSK
Why Trump is likely to join Saudi war against Houthis
The admin might have been toying with MBS, but it won't be able to resist certain pressures for long, say QI experts
October 14, 2026
Middle East
Why Saudi Arabia has returned to war in Yemen
Riyadh apparently believes that diplomacy has failed and previous efforts to appease the Houthis have merely caused their ambitions to expand.
October 12, 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
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