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Friday, April 17, 2026

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'Banning Al-Jazeera': How the Campaign Against Qatar’s Network Took Shape and Who Is Behind It?

'Banning Al-Jazeera': How the Campaign Against Qatar’s Network Took Shape and Who Is Behind It?

18 hours ago

As the war, described by Netanyahu as a seven-front war spanning Gaza, Lebanon, Iran, the West Bank and beyond, continues to expand, Al-Jazeera has again become a focal point of controversy—not only for its coverage, but as a target in an escalating media battle.

From the Shadows to the Frontline: How UK Bases in Cyprus Became Direct Players in the War on Iran

From the Shadows to the Frontline: How UK Bases in Cyprus Became Direct Players in the War on Iran

20 hours ago

The downing of a drone suspected to be Iranian over the British base at Akrotiri in southern Cyprus on April 2, 2026, was not a routine security incident but a turning point that quietly yet decisively redefined the role of these bases in the Middle East’s widening conflicts.

With China and Pakistan: How Qatar Played a Broad Regional Role in De-Escalation

With China and Pakistan: How Qatar Played a Broad Regional Role in De-Escalation

Murad Jandali

a day ago

Qatar has intensified its diplomatic and political efforts amid escalating regional tensions, engaging in a series of high-level contacts and meetings.

‘Entrapment Strategy’: How Trump Sought to Pull Gulf States into the Heart of His War on Iran

‘Entrapment Strategy’: How Trump Sought to Pull Gulf States into the Heart of His War on Iran

2 days ago

Throughout his war on Iran, Trump repeatedly stressed the need for Washington’s Gulf allies to become more deeply involved in a regional strategy to counter what he described as "the Iranian threat."

Saudi, Emirati and Kuwaiti Media on the Iran War: A One-Sided Narrative to Mislead the Public

Saudi, Emirati and Kuwaiti Media on the Iran War: A One-Sided Narrative to Mislead the Public

2 days ago

Gulf media coverage of the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran has revealed a distinctly one-sided approach, with reporting across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait, closely mirroring official narratives and government positions.

The Doctrine of Sacred War: How the ‘Messianic Sign’ Fuels Settler Terrorism in Palestine

The Doctrine of Sacred War: How the ‘Messianic Sign’ Fuels Settler Terrorism in Palestine

3 days ago

Extremist settlers and some soldiers, driven by religious ideology, carry out ongoing violence against Palestinians in the West Bank amid limited international response.

Between Efforts To Stop the War and Conspiracies To Ignite It: Why Are Qatar and the UAE’s Calculations Different?

Between Efforts To Stop the War and Conspiracies To Ignite It: Why Are Qatar and the UAE’s Calculations Different?

3 days ago

While Qatar is striving to contain the war and prevent its escalation, other voices seem more inclined to adopt a military solution, regardless of the cost.

Between Displacement and Sectarian Pressure: ‘Israel’s’ Path Toward Genocide Against Shia in Lebanon

Between Displacement and Sectarian Pressure: ‘Israel’s’ Path Toward Genocide Against Shia in Lebanon

4 days ago

“Israel’s” military campaign in southern Lebanon is presented as involving mass displacement, demographic change, sectarian pressure, and emerging settlement efforts aimed at turning the area into a controlled buffer zone.

U.S., Chinese, and Russian Maneuvers: Competition Over Libya or Pursuit of Self-Interest?

U.S., Chinese, and Russian Maneuvers: Competition Over Libya or Pursuit of Self-Interest?

4 days ago

Libya remains divided, with outcomes ranging from continued stagnation to partial deals, elections, or renewed conflict, driven mainly by internal dynamics.

The Islah Party and Strategic Repositioning: Is Saudi Arabia Reshaping Its Alliances in Yemen?

The Islah Party and Strategic Repositioning: Is Saudi Arabia Reshaping Its Alliances in Yemen?

4 days ago

Saudi Arabia’s Yemen approach depends on fragmented proxies that failed to stabilize the country, while the Islah party remains a structured but mistrusted actor whose role hinges on a shift toward real partnership.

Homegrown Alternatives: How Europe Is Moving Towards Strengthening Its Digital Sovereignty

Homegrown Alternatives: How Europe Is Moving Towards Strengthening Its Digital Sovereignty

Murad Jandali

4 days ago

Over the past several years, the concept of digital sovereignty has become ever more central to European notions of competitiveness.

No Shelter, No Aid: Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Near Breaking Point

No Shelter, No Aid: Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Near Breaking Point

5 days ago

Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon are facing a deepening humanitarian crisis driven by war-related displacement, economic collapse, and overstretched UNRWA services, leaving hundreds of thousands increasingly vulnerable with worsening living, health, education, and food security conditions.

U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: How Has It Deepened Divisions Within the Western Alliance?

U.S.-Israeli War on Iran: How Has It Deepened Divisions Within the Western Alliance?

5 days ago

The U.S.-led war on Iran has deepened divisions within NATO and raised doubts about the alliance’s cohesion and future.

‘Disengagement’: The Rationale Behind U.S. Strikes on Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces

‘Disengagement’: The Rationale Behind U.S. Strikes on Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces

5 days ago

Sustained strikes on Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces in Sunni areas reflect efforts to weaken their presence, limit Iranian influence, and reshape Iraq’s security landscape amid regional competition.

How Has ‘Israel’ Turned the Military Judiciary Into a Shield for Killing Palestinians?

How Has ‘Israel’ Turned the Military Judiciary Into a Shield for Killing Palestinians?

5 days ago

“Israel’s” military judicial system consistently fails to hold soldiers accountable for abuses against Palestinians, relying on delayed investigations, reduced charges, and lenient rulings that reinforce a broader pattern of institutionalized impunity rather than justice.

Splitting Southern Lebanon in Two, With the Litani River as a Boundary Line: ‘Israel’s’ Post-War Plan in Lebanon

Splitting Southern Lebanon in Two, With the Litani River as a Boundary Line: ‘Israel’s’ Post-War Plan in Lebanon

6 days ago

“Israel” is seeking to establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon up to the Litani River through military control, destruction, and displacement, amid ongoing resistance from Hezbollah.

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