Middle East
Is the Saudi-UAE rivalry heading for more violence?
The Emiratis' desire to crush Islamists and dominate geopolitically at all costs, particularly in Yemen and Sudan, is clashing with old friends in Riyadh
January 09, 2026
sudan
Africa
6 stories that defined Trump’s approach to Africa in 2025
Minerals, peace deals, and a complete dissolution of relations with at least one country. Who says the president isn’t paying attention?
December 31, 2025
Middle East
Saudi leans in hard to get UAE out of Sudan civil war
With the latest peace agreement rejected, it's clear the only way to stop the bloodshed is for the US to take Abu Dhabi's interventions in hand
November 25, 2025
Africa
Sudan's bloody war is immune to Trump's art of the deal
El Fasher's fall exposes the failure of Washington’s reliance on regional power brokers — many who are directly involved — to end the conflict
October 30, 2025
Africa
Trump's surprising swing in favor of sweeping 'duty free' Africa trade
The president wants to renew the popular AGOA act for one year, sparking new confidence in his commitment to the continent
October 02, 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
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