Ahmed al-Sharaa'

Tartus: Syria Eyes Up European and Emirati Integration

UAE's $800M Tartus port deal signals Syria’s shift from Russian military reliance to Gulf-European economic integration.

End of an Era: Hope and Anxiety for the Kurds

In a stunning about-face, the Kurds via the PKK, lay down their guns... leaving hopes of peace and political questions hanging in the mountain air.

On the Back Foot: Israel Targets Turkish T4 Base

Türkiye’s missile deployment at Syria’s T4 base sparks Israeli airstrikes, escalating tensions over defense, trade, and regional power.

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Currency as Strategy: Syria’s Regional Pivot by Money

Syria shifts currency printing to UAE and Germany, signaling strategic realignment, trust-building, and post-war reconstruction goals.

Eurovision: A Platform for Music or Politics?

Eurovision 2025 exposed deep geopolitical divides as Israel's participation sparked protests, boycott calls, and vote manipulation claims.

Tug of War: Centralisation Without Reward Brings the Fight Home

Somalia's regional leaders unite to resist economic centralisation, challenging Türkiye's deals and Mogadishu’s grip on resource control.

Kazakhstan: Wiring the Next Energy Superhighway from a New Socket

While Europe's lights flicker, the UAE is wiring Central Asia's energy future through Kazakhstan, as the EU struggles to find ground.

Eurovision Autotune: Who is Really Singing?

Eurovision 2025 marks a shift from auto-tune to authenticity, as Italy, Greece, and the Netherlands champion raw, live vocal performances.