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A Tug of War: Türkiye and its Rivals in Syria

Türkiye emerges as Syria’s dominant power post-Assad, rejecting federalism to block Kurdish autonomy and rival regional influence.

A Ticking Time Bomb Defused: Hotline to the Gulf

The twelve-day war ended with a whimper, but Gulf states emerged holding trump cards that neither Washington nor Tehran anticipated.

Aid, Arms, and Diplomacy: Macron’s Agenda in Sisi’s World

Macron backs Egypt's Gaza plan during visit, signs €262M deals, urges ceasefire, and boosts France’s strategic Middle East ties.

Direct Flights from Russia to Eilat: Red Sea Vacations 

Israel plans direct Russia-Eilat flights by 2025, making Red Sea vacations easier and cheaper as Israel's economy reels from the war in Gaza.

The Fall of Assad: A New Era for Syria’s Drug Trade

The fall of Bashar al-Assad in December 2024 marked the end of Syria's Captagon trade, a major source of regime revenue, creating both challenges for the country's economic recovery and opportunities for regional stability.

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A Double Visit to Earth: Comets as a Mirror of Divisions and Hope in Global Science

In October 2025, twin comets Lemmon and SWAN lit Earth’s skies — a rare event revealing global divides in access to science and discovery.

Sanctions, Fees, and Excuses: Hungary’s Energy Ties to Russia Under Fire

Budapest is importing most of its oil from Russia. Now Trump's sanctions leave Hungary scrambling.

From Belfast to Gaza: Britain’s Attempt to Export the Good Friday Agreement

Keir Starmer links Britain’s Gaza peace plan to Northern Ireland’s disarmament model, blending technical expertise with symbolic recognition of Palestine.

Europe’s Fragile Outpost: Unrest and Security Challenges in French Guiana

French Guiana faces social unrest, poverty, and military pressure from Venezuela, challenging France and Europe’s strategic presence.

New Browser Race: Ladybird Hits Apple Goal as AI Agents Explode

AI-powered agents from tech giants are redefining browsing with automation and security risks, while the standards-focused Ladybird browser slowly gains ground.